20th Annual Destin Cobia Tournament

20th Annual Destin Cobia Tournament

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"The 20th Annual Destin Cobia Tournament presented by HarborWalk Marina attracts hundreds of first time to experienced anglers to compete. Tournament begins when the first cobia is caught and ends April 30th. This is a free event."

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.

Kids 2017 Easter Egg Hunts

Pensacola Kids 2017 Easter Egg Hunts

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Make your Easter Egg Hunt Plans Now! 

 

 

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.

Make Your St. Patrick's Day Plans!

St. Patrick's Day Festivities Just for You! 

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"7 Ways McGuire's of Destin Will Make Your St. Patrick's Day Perfect"

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.