Head South for Winter.

That sounds like a plan doesn’t it?  Lots of snowbirds will do just that in the upcoming months.  For some, heading south for drug rehabilitation is the plan.  If you or a loved one has been gripped by drug or alcohol addiction would you rather detox in the cold confines of the north or the sunny shores of Florida’s Gulf Coast?

At Blu By the Sea you will not only enjoy the scenery and the weather, but you will participate in holistic treatments such as –

1.  Yoga

2.  Spa Therapy

3.  Experimental Therapy

4.  Art Therapy…and much more.

The best part of all, is that when you go outside you can have a long walk on the beach.  Now that sounds like a place where you can truly heal!  Visit us on the web at www.blubythesea.com and browse our drug and alcohol rehabilitation facility located in Destin Florida on the Panhandle.  Then call to arrange a visit at (850) 424-3252.

The Summer of Booze.

It sounds like a movie title in some ways.  It IS a fact that alcohol consumption goes up in the summer.  The disturbing statistic is that the use of alcohol has risen 17% in this country in the last decade.  And the rate is rising faster among the female population.  Now that summer is behind us this would be a great time to tackle the problem.

The truth is, heavy drinkers are setting themselves up for liver disease and many different forms of cancer.  Binge drinkers are risking not only health effects but damage to their jobs, marriages and friendships — not to mention the risk of vehicle accidents.  About one in five Americans consider themselves “binge drinkers”!

That stunning statistic has ruined lives and families.  Are you at wits end with yourself or a loved one?  Why not seek the help of the professionals at Blu By the Sea?  Blu By the Sea is a breath-taking alcohol rehabilitation center located on the shore of the Gulf of Mexico in Destin Florida.  Call for a visit before the weather turns in your area at (850) 424-3252.

Treatment for Alcoholism.

There is no room for tolerance here.  Alcoholism is real and it has gripped our great country since the founding fathers.  Some people may be able to just “cut down”, but when this disease grips you or a loved one self-discipline is probably not effective.  If your health is good otherwise, your chances for a full recovery are excellent.

When you or someone you care about seeks the proper treatment national statistics have shown that about one-third of patients show no relapse or symptoms at 1 year.  Many more report fewer alcohol-related social and health problems by cutting down alcohol intake.  There are so many reasons for alcoholism…no support, peer pressure, and simply zero motivation.

Make no mistake about it…your life will improve dramatically when you stop drinking to excess!  Recently you may have heard about rehabilitation centers in southern Florida that are under investigation.  We are NOT one of them.  We are Blu By the Sea located on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico.  Our reputation for helping alcoholics is known nationwide.  Please give us a call today at (850) 424-3252.

Common Questions about the Opioid Problem.

Let’s start with this…opioids are powerful drugs that act on the nervous system to relieve pain.  Traditionally these drugs have been used by people who are recovering from surgery or are coping with highly painful injuries.  Pure and simple they are narcotics!  So that means they affect your mood and your behavior.

Why is everyone up to, and including President Trump, calling this an epidemic?  Prescription opioids were initially administered primarily for short-term bouts of pain - then came the 1990’s.  Doctors began to prescribe them more to treat chronic pain.  Long-term use led to higher levels of addiction and overdoses.

That is where Blu By the Sea comes in.  Blu By the Sea is an opioid treatment addiction center on the breathtaking northern shores of the Gulf of Mexico.  Peace and tranquility reign supreme as you get away from the addiction and the pain.  Please arrange for a visit to their facility by calling (850) 424-3252 later today.

Do You Want to Spend Some Time in a Spa?

Maybe your life has spun out of control.  Perhaps you have let opioids grab you and control you.  One out of every four Americans knows someone who is hooked on one or more opioids.  That is not just alarming any more…that is a full-blown epidemic!  It is time to take action before this addiction takes the life of you or someone you love.

Let’s agree that treatment is a better option than law enforcement.  Locking someone up while they detox is archaic at best.  What if you could not only heal, but do so in an environment that is safe, friendly, and beautiful?  It is one that borders the breathtaking shores of the Gulf of Mexico.  And one that has its own spa.

Believe it or not, just such a place actually exists!  It is called Blu By the Sea.  It is located in Destin, Florida on the northern shores of the Gulf of Mexico.  You probably won’t believe it until you visit the facility or at least the website at www.blubythesea.com.  Please give them a call and start fighting back against opioid addiction at (850) 424-3252.

What is the NAATP?

That is a long acronym isn’t it?  It is certainly not as recognizable as some of the national organizations with which we are familiar.  NAATP stands for the National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers.  It is one of the most important organizations in the world if you or a loved one is suffering from drug or alcohol addiction.

What is the mission of the NAATP?  Simply stated, it is to provide leadership, training, and overall advocacy as well as any other support services it can provide.  Its members have ongoing availability to the absolute highest quality of addiction treatment.  Members are on top of all of the latest innovations.

Blu By the Sea located on the breathtaking shores of the Gulf of Mexico in Florida’s panhandle is a proud member of the NAATP?  Together they will provide your family with the utmost care in fighting AND winning that battle against drug and alcohol addiction.  Visit their website at www.blubythesea.com and arrange a visit by calling (850) 424-3252.

A True National Crisis.

Heroin use has increased on a national scale by more than 60% in the last few years.  Chances are, you know of someone caught in this insidious trap.  How did this happen?  The obvious answer is the increased use of prescription opioids.  Three-quarters of new heroin users started out abusing prescription painkillers.

Here are some of the characteristics of injection drug users.  An equal number (approximately 38% are black or white).  About 20% are Hispanic.  Drugs kill ALL races, creeds, and colors!  Young users are more likely to share needles.  One-third of injection drug users classified as Millennials are also believed to have hepatitis C.

Grab this monster by the throat and fight back!  If you or a loved one are locked in a nightmare of heroin addiction seek help immediately.  Please direct your attention to www.blubythesea.com.  They are a Florida Panhandle rehabilitation center where redemption can begin.  Please call them at (850) 424-3252.

Five Hundred Tons of Meth.

That seems like a bad joke doesn’t it?  Believe it or not, the United Nations Office on Drugs estimated that the world-wide production of methamphetamine and other related drugs is a staggering five hundred tons per year.  Even worse, it is also estimated that there are nearly 25 million users!

In the United States, the percentage of drug treatment admissions due to methamphetamine and amphetamine abuse tripled from 3% in 1996 to 9% in 2006.  You can be sure it is even higher today.  In some U.S. states nearly half of all of the drug treatment from people seeking help were methamphetamine users.

Stop the madness!  If your family is effected by the ravages of this insidious drug then it is time to fight back.  Blu By the Sea may be the answer for you and your family.  Located on the breathtaking shores of the Gulf of Mexico in Destin Florida, Blu By the Sea will tackle your meth addiction.  Please call them today at (850) 424-3252.

What is Holistic Health?

We have heard this alliterative expression so many times.  So, what is a holistic approach to better health and well-being?  This type of treatment considers the whole person rather than merely concentrating on a specific illness or part of the body.  It may be best described as something that focuses on the connection of mind, spirit, and body.

As far back as 5000 years ago ancient cultures emphasized living life in harmony and nature.  Those ancient Greeks did not “pop pain pills”!  The term “holism” was introduced by Jan Christiaan Smuts in 1926 as a way of approaching daily life.  It was not until the 1970’s that the word “holistic” became a part of our vocabulary.

Now, well into the 21st century it is widely practiced throughout the world.  One important spot on this planet that provides a holistic approach is Blu By the Sea.  Located on the breathtaking shores of the Gulf of Mexico in Destin Florida, Blu By the Sea will show you or a loved one how to heal holistically.  Please call today and learn more at (850) 424-3252.

The Opioid Epidemic.

It has become truly insidious.  More than 33,000 Americans died from opioids in the most recent reporting year of 2015 and you can be sure that 2016 was even worse.  That statistic comes directly from the Center for Disease Control.  What is most alarming is that about half of those deaths come from perfectly legal prescription drugs!

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has been put in charge of a new commission which has been tasked to make recommendations on how to curb the epidemic that is killing nearly 80 of our citizens every day.  One of the first things Christie said was “we can help people by getting them the appropriate treatment”.

What is the appropriate treatment for you or a loved one who has become dependent on opioids for daily comfort?  May we suggest the breathtaking shores of the Gulf of Mexico in Destin Florida?  That is the home of opioid addiction center Blu By the Sea.  Please visit the website www.blubythesea.com then call to arrange a visit at (850) 424-3252.

Alcohol Awareness Month.

April is alcohol awareness month.  Maybe every month should be.  At least once per year we should focus on the dangers and health-risks of alcohol and not the “good times” of just drinking.  For most adults it is a casual non-frequent event that may be mostly harmless, but too many Americans are under its influence and it has become a major health concern.

Here are some statistics about which you should be aware –

1.  Nearly 100,000 Americans die every year from excessive drinking.

2.  In addition, another 100,000 die from alcohol-related causes.
3.  More than half of the people treated for substance abuse are treated for alcoholism.
4.  About 7,000 US children under age 16 take their first drink EVERY DAY.
5.  Teen alcohol abuse kills nearly 5,000 Americans every year.

It’s good to know the facts.  Have you or someone in your family been under the influence of this drug long enough?  It may be time, during alcohol awareness month to seek help.  Call Florida alcohol treatment center Blu By the Sea as soon as possible.  Arrange a visit to this extraordinary facility in Destin, FL on the Gulf of Mexico at (850) 424-3252.

Physical vs. Psychological Addiction.

It seems simple, but it makes all the difference when it comes to fighting and beating a drug addiction.  When a person does not have a physical dependence to a particular drug, but rather a mental desire to do it repeatedly the habit is psychological.  It is the most common and can occur with virtually any substance.

Physical addiction, on the other hand, is caused by the chronic use of a drug (or drugs) building up a tolerance.  Withdrawal from those drugs results in very unpleasant side-effects such as flu-like-symptoms, fatigue, depression, excessive anxiety, and the desire to sleep most of the time.  In short it inhibits one’s ability to function normally.

When you recognize physical addiction in yourself or a loved one it may be time to get away.  I mean way far away to a place that will help you fight for your life.  That place may well be Florida addiction treatment center Blu By the Sea.  Call us to arrange a visit to this extraordinary facility on the Gulf of Mexico at (850) 424-3252.

Substance Abuse and Brain Development.

When a young brain is in its developmental stage things can go a number of different ways.  Obviously, anything that developing brains are subjected to will affect the maturation process.  If drugs and/or alcohol enters the mix the results can have life-long profound impact when that brain transitions into adulthood.

What is myelination?  The maturing structure of the individual brain regions and their connecting pathways is essential for the successful development of cognitive, motor, and sensory functions.  We know drugs and alcohol to be mind-altering.  You have heard that term since the days of Timothy Leary.  Sometimes we tend not to take that seriously.

Drug and alcohol consumption during the formative teenage years can be catastrophic to future development.  Get a handle on it now.  Please visit our website www.blubythesea.com.  It will unveil new hope for the future.  Begin to heal on the northern shores of the beautiful Gulf of Mexico.  Call to arrange a visit at (850) 424-3252.

Evidence Based Addiction Treatment.

There are many ways to become addicted to drugs and/or alcohol.  Genetics, abuse, casual use getting out of control, etc.  Now, you and your loved ones have come to the realization that help is needed.  When that quintessential moment arrives consider evidence based addiction treatment.

No two treatment options are exactly the same - just as no two humans are alike.  By gathering evidence and reviewing data you can arrive at the right option that suits you.  Believe it or not, only one in ten drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities use some form of evidence based therapy.

We at Blu By the Sea believe that this treatment is essential for the healing and growth of the patient.  Please make an important life decision and give us a call to come down for a visit at our serene drug and alcohol treatment facility located on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico in Destin Florida.  Call today at (850) 424-3252.

What is NAATP?

It seems like everything is an acronym these days.  Some are just silly little text responses and others have great meaning.  NAATP is one of the latter.  It stands for The National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers and it may be the most important acronym that you and your family will ever learn.

To be a member you must be recognized as a top treatment provider in the United States.  Members are supported by ongoing operational and clinical resources.  They have access to all of the latest and most successful treatment practices.  Members of this important group are always communicating and sharing new healthcare opportunities.

How about a place in this great country where you not only have the resources, but a caring staff and a beautiful, serene location?  It sounds like a slam dunk doesn’t it?  That spot is Blu By the Sea located on the breath-taking shores of the Gulf of Mexico in Destin FL.  Call them to arrange a visit at their certified NAATP treatment center at (850) 424-3252.

Be Honest…When Have You Crossed the Line?

Hey, I only drink on occasion.  What’s the occasion?  Oh, days ending in the letter “Y”.  You can make all of the jokes that you want, but it is 2017 now and time for the most important decisions of your lifetime.  How often do you or a loved one drink alcohol?  It doesn’t matter if your personality is only slightly effected.  Try telling that to your liver.

The difference between abuse and addiction is razor thin.  When that line is crossed there is only one answer…HELP.  Addiction means psychological as well as physical dependency.  Your body and your mind craves alcohol every day.  Then comes the tolerance that gives you a false sense of security.

Let this be the year that you or someone you know tackle this green-eyed monster.  In Florida on the breathtaking Gulf Coast you have the opportunity to fight the ravages of alcohol abuse.  It is called Blu By The Sea.  We are an alcohol rehabilitation center on Florida’s panhandle.  Please visit our website at www.blubythesea.com and view the details of our facility located in Destin Florida.  Please call today at (850) 424-3252.

Methamphetamines…the Scourge of the New Year.

You may have heard it referred to as speed, crystal ice, chalk, and meth.  A drug by any other name is very destructive.  Thousands of Americans will die in 2017 because of methamphetamines.  It is no joke.  This is not a recreational drug.  It is destroying lives from coast to coast and if you have discovered over the holidays that a loved one is hooked, you need to take action!

No matter how it is used it will eventually end up in the bloodstream and is circulated throughout the brain.  The part that it affects most is the areas of your brain that contain a chemical called dopamine.  Dopamine is often called the “pleasure transmitter” because it helps you feel good.  Methamphetamines tamper with dopamine.  So when your body “crashes” the craving for more of the drug begins.

The New Year should have many resolutions.  The most important one you can make for yourself and/or a loved one is discovering Blu By the Sea.  This remarkable rehabilitation center is located on the beautiful shores of the Gulf of Mexico.  Take a virtual visit for yourself and type in www.blubythesea.com.  This could change your life well beyond 2017.

Is it Time For an Intervention?

Family and friends are gathering together this holiday season.  It is a time for great joy and renewal of the spirit.  It may also be a time for coming to terms with the “elephant in the room”.  As you make plans to be with those you care about look inside yourself and ask…is everyone living a healthy lifestyle that can be sustained into 2017 and beyond?

These are tough questions to ask and MUCH tougher to address.  It may be important to touch base with some of the friends and relatives with whom you will be gathering before Christmas to strategize how you wish to handle a holiday intervention.  This may be one of the most important times in the life of your loved one.

The only mistake is ignoring an ongoing problem.  It will probably end in disaster.  Please remember that Blu By The Sea is a rehabilitation center for substance abuse located on the beautiful shores of the Gulf of Mexico in Florida’s panhandle.  It may be the right place for a loved one with a substance abuse problem.  Visit www.blubythesea.com.  Call today for more information at (850) 424-3252.  

The Times They Are a Changin’.

It is a familiar phrase made famous in a song by Bob Dylan.  Yes, the times they are a changin’ with regard to the legal use of marijuana.  No matter on which side of the argument you may fall you can’t stop a runaway locomotive.  The recent election shows that this plant, which may be medicinal but is definitely mind-altering, is becoming more and more acceptable.

Here is why we wanted to address the issue.  Remember that marijuana has different effects on different people.  It is very much like alcohol in that respect.  While many will argue that it does NOT lead to harsher, more addictive substances it must be recognized that the euphoria it brings could be the catalyst in attempting more harmful drugs.

Even if it is legal in your state that does not make it right for you!  Please remember that Blu By The Sea is a rehabilitation center for substance abuse, located on the beautiful shores of the Gulf of Mexico in Florida’s panhandle.  It may be the place for you or a loved one if you have a substance abuse problem.  Visit www.blubythesea.com.  Call today for more information at (850) 424-3252.  

How Does Your Brain Respond to Cocaine?

Cocaine is considered a stimulant.  The last time you had a cup of coffee you experienced a legal, low dose of stimulation.  You probably also know that drinking too much caffeine makes you feel jittery, or overly energetic.  When you ingest a stimulant it changes the way your brain works.  This is a tiny example of what cocaine does to the brain.

When one does cocaine they have gone to the “big leagues” of stimulation.  Not only is it illegal…duh, but it is very dangerous as well.  Cocaine comes from the leaf of the coca plant.  It is either inhaled as a white powder through the nose or, in another form it is smoked when it is transformed into another version known as “crack”.

Remember when Jack Nicholson said “you can’t handle the truth”!  Well, you can’t handle this drug even if you think you can.  Blu By The Sea is a cocaine addiction rehabilitation center located on the beautiful shores of the Gulf of Mexico in Florida’s panhandle.  It may be the perfect place to “kick the coke”.  Visit www.blubythesea.com.  Call today for more information at (850) 424-3252.