Today, I am proud to say I am sober. I no longer rely on drugs, alcohol, or the many prescriptions I once thought were essential. I feel healthy, confident, and free. Most importantly, I have a renewed sense of purpose and hope for the future.| Narconon Suncoast
Florida is tough on drugs. To stop addiction, a stronger focus on rehabilitation is needed. The debate surrounding punishment and rehabilitation has been alive for decades. Which is more important? Can you have one without the other?| Narconon Suncoast
Getting together for turkey feasts, football games, parties and shopping extravaganza’s opens each family up to more contact with alcohol and messages of over consumption.| Narconon Suncoast
Summer can be a lot of fun for the family, camping, kayaking, get-togethers around the grill, you name it. Yet, all the pool parties can start to be more concerning as your kids get older. Teen drinking worries most parents. Fortunately, there are ways to address the problem before it becomes one.| Narconon Suncoast
When Battling Addiction, How Impactful is a Medical Detoxification?Medical detoxification is a common first step in recovery to address withdrawal and physical dependence. However, it is not a stand-alone solution for addiction and needs to be followed by a rehab program for the best success.Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
Alcohol is a common vice for many people around the country. However, casual consumption can quickly turn into warning signs of addiction when not watched closely.| Narconon Suncoast
The What, When and Where of Fentanyl: Part 2The public has become habituated to hearing the high death numbers associated with fentanyl. Year after year, we learn that tens of thousands die (112,000 in 2023)1, but there is rarely mention of a realistic resolution. The tragedy goes on and on with no end in sight. At least, that has been the story until now.Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
The What, When, and Where of Fentanyl: Part 1Fentanyl is a lethal drug with a confusing history. The manufacturing sources and distribution lines are murky. Therefore, extensive research would be required to develop effective programs for significant reduction. This series is simply an overview and suggests areas for researchers to look.Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
Florida Marijuana Bill Fails Despite $153 Million PushFlorida Amendment 3 proposed the legalization of recreational marijuana. Despite millions invested by “Big Marijuana,” it failed.Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
The Life or Death Decision to Get Your Loved One to RehabOver my many years of working in the substance abuse field with Narconon, I have often heard these words: “My child (or spouse) is using alcohol and/or drugs, and it is causing them harm. They are failing in life, and I am afraid that they will die from this. What should I do?”Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
A Lifetime of SobrietyI started drinking when I was 14. I had made it to 17 and in my junior year of high school with just drinking and not using drugs. But I tried marijuana for the first time on December 31, 1971.Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
Is Addiction an Incurable Disease? My PerspectiveIs addiction an incurable disease? My name is Joe, and I once believed it was until Narconon helped me turn my life around. Now, 22 years clean, I’m thriving, and there’s no struggle or cravings—just genuine happiness.Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
The Door to My Drug-Free LifeThere had to be something else in life that was different from this day-to-day life of being a drug addict. And what was amazing about this program is that I felt so much better after about 80 days being in the program and finishing the purification program. This opened up the door to a drug-free life, and it was exactly what I was looking for before I came and was sitting on a chair in my backyard thinking.Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
Alcohol Awareness Month 2025: Mindful Drinking, Healthier LivingApril is Alcohol Awareness Month. Its purpose is to raise awareness of alcohol use and misuse. It offers communities a chance to gain more understanding of how individuals struggle with alcohol use and offers resources and support.Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
How Loved Ones Can Support Recovery Without EnablingCaring for a family member or friend who is going through recovery is not the easiest thing to do. You want to help, but at the same time, there are some factors that are important to know because they may impede the recovery process. One of those factors is “enabling.”Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
How to Honor Your Sobriety When Everyone Around You DrinksStaying sober when everyone around you drinks may be challenging and can foster triggers that could lead back to alcoholism and addiction. Nonetheless, it’s possible to maintain your sobriety while continuing friendships with people who drink.Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
Fear is a powerful emotion that can cause addiction and stop you from seeking help. Overcoming this fear isn’t just about “feeling better”—it’s understanding how it impacts your journey and taking meaningful steps towards a lasting recovery.| Narconon Suncoast
The concept is simple, but carrying out an intervention takes considerable thought, effort, and preparation to be effective. Narconon Suncoast works with a network of proven interventionists who can guide you through the process.| Narconon Suncoast
Navigating Relapse: How to Turn Setbacks into ComebacksStruggling with addiction can be incredibly burdensome, and for some, this battle can last for many years. The bright side is that addiction is far from impossible to overcome, especially through the right treatment program. Unfortunately, recovery does not always stick for everyone the first time, and there may be a relapse.Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week 2025, March 17-23rdNarconon Suncoast remains committed to keeping communities informed about addiction and substance abuse during National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) 2025.Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
Narconon Suncoast has stayed committed to helping people break free from the chains of addiction. Our main motivation is to see the incredible true potential of our graduates when they overcome substances. We are fortunate to be able to help thousands of people overcome drug and alcohol addiction every year.| Narconon Suncoast
Fentanyl is a problem. Not just close to home, where 5,622 Floridians died of fentanyl-related overdose in a single 12-month period, but across America. Every day, fentanyl and related synthetic drugs take the lives of 150 people. About 55,000 Americans die each year. On the part of government enforcement agencies, there...| Narconon Suncoast
5 Signs It’s Time to Act: Don’t Delay Addiction TreatmentStruggling with addiction can be an incredibly arduous battle, and it can go on for a long time in some cases. For some people, it may stay about the same, but for many, addiction tends to worsen. There will come a time when substance use becomes much harder to hide or manage, which is often when it’s time for addiction treatment.Read More »| Narconon Suncoast
There are numerous substances out there that are major issues when it comes to addiction. However, some can be even worse when it comes to their life-threatening potential. One such substance that has been a significant problem, especially in the past decade, has been fentanyl. So, let’s take a closer look at what fentanyl...| Narconon Suncoast
Drunk and impaired driving continue to be significant issues within our country. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that around 11,000 people die every year in drunk driving crashes. To help improve upon this situation, Narconon Suncoast raised awareness as a heavy advocate of National Impaired...| Narconon Suncoast
It’s that time of year again. The time that many set aside for making new resolutions. Usually, they revolve around personal health, financial success, or finding new ways to achieve happiness. For those who have loved ones struggling with addiction, it can be a difficult moment filled with hope for the future and possibly...| Narconon Suncoast
Despite being one of the most developed countries on earth, and possibly because of it, America has not yet figured out how to handle its illicit drug use problems. Pills are sold in schools by children to children, and the federal government churns out $45 billion annually in funding for the prevention, enforcement, and...| Narconon Suncoast
Photo by George Chambers/Pexels.com When major news outlets report on the drug abuse and overdoses, it's the use that get's most of the attention. At first glance, addiction may seem like one person's problem, but it has a much larger ripple effect than even the media has represented.| Narconon Suncoast
Is drug replacement therapy a good idea? Here’s what one of our students has to say about his experience.| Narconon Suncoast