Key takeaways: Relapses can happen in the recovery journey, and it’s essential not to panic but use it as an opportunity for growth. Relapse has three stages: emotional, mental, and physical, and understanding these stages can help in preventing further relapses. Dealing with a relapse involves reaching out for support from sponsors, friends, or family, […]
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Key takeaways: The 28-day rehab model exists mainly because insurance is willing to pay for it, but it may not be the most effective approach for everyone. Community-based rehab (CBR) models offer advantages such as giving individuals more choices in their therapy options and the opportunity to work while in rehab. In a community-based rehab,
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Key takeaways: “Outside the box” approaches to rehab beyond traditional talk therapy include horticulture therapy, yoga, exercise, and mindfulness through ocean exposure. Horticulture therapy involves caring for plants in a therapeutic setting and has benefits such as promoting mindfulness, resourcefulness, and dignity. Yoga, with its breathing and postural techniques, can help individuals better tolerate and
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Key takeaways: Mindfulness and interpersonal effectiveness are core components of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), effective for those struggling with addiction and trauma. Mindfulness involves observing, being grateful, and engaging in sensory analysis without judgment, helping to control cravings and urges. Interpersonal effectiveness in DBT focuses on balancing short-term and long-term goals in personal relationships. DEAR
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Key takeaways: “Substance use dependence is increasingly recognized as a chronic relapsing condition that may last for decades and requires multiple episodes of care over many years before reaching a sustained state of abstinence” (Addiction Recovery: A Systomized Review, Inanlou et al., 2020) and completing an addiction treatment program is an amazing accomplishment. You
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Key takeaways: Lantana Recovery was established in 2018 as a structured sober living facility in Charleston, South Carolina, to provide supportive housing and addiction recovery services. In 2020, Lantana expanded to include clinical programming and outreach programs to improve client experiences. Lantana’s purpose is to offer comprehensive therapeutic and medical outpatient services for addiction and
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Key takeaways: The prevalence of substance use disorders (SUDs) in older adults is rising in the United States, and opioid use disorder (OUD) affects over 2.1 million individuals in the country. Opioids can be dangerous when used improperly, leading to slowed breathing and heart rate, and even death in extreme cases. OUD is the ongoing
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Key takeaways: Relapse is a common reality in addiction recovery, with 40-60% of individuals experiencing some form of relapse. A relapse can be dangerous, as individuals may no longer have a tolerance for drugs or alcohol after completing treatment, leading to potential overdose situations. If a relapse occurs, seeking help from the treatment team and
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Key takeaways: Completing a treatment program for substance use disorder is a major achievement, but recovery is a lifelong journey that requires caution and preparation. During the maintenance stage of recovery, the focus broadens, and individuals need to prepare for challenges to their sobriety in daily life. Establishing healthy habits, such as maintaining physical
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Key takeaways: Family involvement is crucial in the recovery process as addiction affects not only the individual but also their loved ones. Family engagement can have several benefits, including addiction and recovery education, healing broken family ties, and bringing peace and hope to everyone involved. Loved ones can provide support, understanding, and encouragement during the
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Charleston, SC 29401
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Lantana Recovery
143 West St, Suite V
New Milford CT 06776
(860) 507-9258
Located on the historic peninsula of Charleston, South Carolina, Lantana Recovery takes a modern approach to Substance Use Disorder treatment, offering intensive clinical care while also immersing our clients in local Charleston culture.
