Infuse hope into the life of someone struggling with addiction by sharing your story today!

Fort Myers, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 07/05/2016 -- Rehabdetoxtreatment.com is re-launching with a new design. Because our mission is to help those struggling with addiction, we wanted to revamp our site. Because of all the stories addicts and loved ones of addicts have shared with us - we needed more display room. RehabDetoxTreatment.com is the place to go to share your story and to check out stories and experiences of other addicts and their loved ones. We believe no individual should have to battle substance abuse on his or her own. We invite you to share your struggle and reach out to others on our site. This is a very important step in the recovery process.

Addiction is at epidemic proportions in the United States. People living with addiction need all of the help they can get. Rehabdetoxtreatment.com is one place people can turn to for help. For many living with addiction, reading true-life stories of others can be inspirational. The stories featured on our first edition of the website highlight the fact that even though the battle with addiction can be difficult and sometimes frightening, there can also be victory. We want to add more and more stories with our new edition of our website.

Rehabdetoxtreatment.com is a secure environment for friends and loved ones of those living with addiction. Often times, family members, friends and spouses have questions or are seeking advice but may be unsure where to find it. By calling our helpline at 877-214-6008, you have access to speaking with someone who can help, and you also have the chance to engage with others on our website. These pieces of advice and real stories of success offer hope and encouragement to family and loved ones of an addict.     

About RehabDetoxTreatment.com
RehabDetoxTreatment.com is a community that allows people to let down their guards and become open to discussing addiction. The website offers an area for people to not only share stories but also pictures. And, for those who are cautious or not ready to give out information, remaining anonymous is an option.

Share your story today at RehabDetoxTreatment.com and check out our new layout of our website. Your addiction experience can change the life of someone else.

Let's work together to remove the stigma associated with addiction by openly sharing our struggles and our victories. Visit RehabDetoxTreatment.com today or call 877-214-6008 to learn more. Join our community today.

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Month-long observance increases awareness, understanding on alcoholism

Fort Myers, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/07/2016 -- RehabDetoxTreatment.com is excited to encourage people of all ages to take part in Alcohol Awareness Month happening this April. The event, which has been sponsored since 1987 by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (NCADD), will continue throughout the entire month. Alcohol Awareness Month aims to increase public awareness and education regarding alcohol and alcoholism, in addition to reducing the stigma that is often associated with alcoholism and related issues.

The theme for the 2016 observance is aimed at young men and women, and is titled, "Talk Early, Talk Often: Parents Can Make a Difference in Teen Alcohol Abuse." The month-long campaign will be made of up of numerous local, state and national events, all geared towards educating our youth about the dangers of alcohol, how to treat and prevent alcoholism, and what effects alcohol can have on someone's life. Events held during the month are typically located at NCADD affiliates, in addition to churches, schools, community organizations, colleges, and more.

The NCADD hopes this year's theme will teach young people about the dangers alcohol can have on the person using the substance and those around them. Alcohol use has been directly tied to suicide, violence, traffic fatalities, alcohol overdose, unsafe sex, educational failures, behavioral issues and more. Typically, adolescence is a time when young men and women engage in more risky behavior, so it is vital for parents to educate their sons or daughters about the risks of alcohol and drugs before they learn it from an outside source. According to the NCADD, recent studies show that children who have the alcohol/drug use conversations with their parents are 50 percent less likely to use the substances over those children who never learned about the dangers of these substances through conversation. Alcohol Awareness Month provides a perfect opportunity to discuss these topics with your children.

The April 2016 observance kicks off with an Alcohol-Free Weekend (April 1- 3), a three-day event in which the NCADD invites everyone to stay alcohol-free. For men and women who struggle with this three-day alcohol-free period, they are encouraged to reach out to their local NCADD affiliates for help.

About RehabDetoxTreatment.com
At RehabDetoxTreatment.com, our website shares countless true stories of men and women of all ages who have lived with addiction to alcohol and drugs. The testimonial videos and stories shared on our website discuss the realities of living with addiction, how alcohol and drugs changed the lives of those addicted to them, and how they were able to achieve sobriety through rehab and detox.

To watch these incredible true-life stories about overcoming addiction or learn more about Alcohol Awareness Month, visit www.RehabDetoxTreatment.com.

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RehabDetoxTreatment.com is excited to share our latest real life recovery video story, part of our one-of-a-kind addiction story website.

Fort Myers, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/07/2016 -- Featured videos on our YouTube channel share true-life journeys of men and women of all ages who were addicted to drugs and alcohol but were able to achieve sobriety with proper treatment. Our latest featured "Real Life Recovery Story" highlights 28-year-old Desire who shares how she "lived in hell for 12 years" because of her addiction drugs and alcohol.

In this latest video story, Desire describes how she suffered from depression, anxiety and other mental health disorders at a young age and was always given medicine as a solution to her problem. She paints a picture of how taking in her first substance was a new way for her to escape the way she had felt for so many years, and how she eventually became addicted to escaping her problems. Desire also explains how she came from an environment where substance abuse was prevalent and even tells a story about using with her father, who eventually went to prison because of drugs and alcohol.

After "burning every bridge" that she had, Desire's grandmother helped her get into a treatment facility. Even though she openly admits to being scared at the beginning of treatment, because she didn't know what to expect, she explains how she made a choice to take every suggestion the counselors and physicians gave her while in treatment so that she could succeed. "There were people there who cared about me for the first time, because when you are out there using there isn't much love or guidance," she adds. "It blew my mind. I am free today." Today, Desire is clean and has mended her relationships with her mother and father.

About The Real Life Recovery Story
The Real Life Recovery Story series from RehabDetoxTreatment.com works in conjunction with the website's mission that sharing one person's addiction and recovery journey could potentially change the life course of someone else living in addiction. The website features numerous true stories of life with addiction and how each person was able to free themselves and achieve recovery. Visitors to the site will find a safe environment where they can read people's addiction stories in privacy, leave comments, ask questions or even share their own journey. Family members and friends of someone with addiction issues have stated the website has offered helpful insight into what their loved ones are going through.

Addiction stories on the website are written from a variety of perspectives, from the individual him/herself to friends, spouses, caregivers, parents and more. In addition, stories span a range of topics from treatment, loss, grief, recovery, and other alcohol or drug-specific narratives.

The stories on our website have helped motivate and encourage countless men and women to consider rehabilitation and detox in order to move forward with the next stage of life. At RehabDetoxTreatment.com, we understand how difficult addiction is and the long road ahead that is recovery.

If you are currently addicted to drugs and/or alcohol, we want you to know that you are not alone. There is a safe place for you to find answers and to reach out to someone that has been on the same road you are now traveling. To learn more, visit RehabDetoxTreatment.com or click here to watch Desire's video.

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Implement these tips to stay sober at music concerts and festival

Fort Myers, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/16/2016 -- RehabDetoxTreatment.com, a recovery-based website that offers true life stories about addiction and sobriety, is offering men and women who plan to attend this year's Ultra Music Festival tips on how to stay sober during festivities. The 2016 Ultra Music Festival will be held once again at Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami and hundreds of thousands of people are expected to be in attendance. Known as one of the country's most popular outdoor electronic music festivals, the three-day long event is highly anticipated by men and women of all ages.

As with many festivals and music concerts, alcohol and drugs have a way of making a presence into these types of venues. For those in recovery and trying to maintain their sobriety, a plan should be put into place before attending any music festival in order to better resist temptation. Watching other participants drinking alcohol and using drugs, combined with the intensity of concert festivities, can prove to form the perfect storm of temptation that could lead some into relapsing.

There are specific ways you can maintain your sobriety while enjoying the celebration of a music festival. First, be sure to engage a strong support system to attend the festival with you. This support system could be made up of your friends and family, or other people in recovery. Your support system will provide encouragement and a safe environment for you while in an atmosphere where drugs and alcohol may be present.

When at the festival, be sure to purchase your own beverages and food and keep them with you at all time. If you feel someone is pressuring you to drink an alcoholic beverage or use drugs, simply excuse yourself and go to a different location. Today, many large music festivals and concerts have fan clubs that are recovery based and that set up tents so fans can connect with one another and enjoy the concert together while staying sober. You can find many of these groups via message boards, forums and searches online.

An additional sobriety tip is to begin and end your concert weekend with recovery based activities. For instance, you may want to go to a support group meeting before you leave for the festival, and set up an appointment ahead of time with your counselor or sponsor to meet up with them as you leave the festival. This will keep your mind focused on recovery and arm you with the support you need before you enter into an environment where drugs and alcohol could be present. Keeping sobriety on your mind before the event will also remind you that you want this event to be memorable and positive. Maintaining your sobriety during the festival will allow you to have a clear mind and be present throughout the entire experience.

Last, always plan ahead of time should you feel overwhelmed or pressured at any time during the concert. Whether this plan includes calling your counselor or sponsor, or scouting out safe zones at the concert should you need leave a tempting atmosphere, preparations should begin before the event. Also keep in mind you can leave the festival all together should the pressure become too much to handle or if you are being intimidated to engage in activity that would cause you to relapse.

About RehabDetoxTreatment.com
At RehabDetoxTreatment.com, we share countless of stories of men and women of all ages who have traveled the journey that is addiction and recovery. Find the support you need from those who have been down the same road and more tips on sobriety at www.RehabDetoxTreatment.com today!

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Videos showcasing addiction and recovery can impact the life of someone currently using drugs or alcohol

Fort Myers, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/10/2016 -- RehabDetoxTreatment.com is excited to announce our newest video campaign as part of our one-of-a-kind addiction story website. Featured videos on our YouTube channel share personal journeys of those addicted to drugs and alcohol and the steps each person took to turn their life around. Our newest featured "Real Life Addiction Story" video highlights a young woman named Veronica who has been clean for six years.

Rehab Detox Treatment is the venue to share your stories - whether you are an addict, loved one, or in recovery. We want to hear your story!

In her captivating video, Veronica shares how she left home at a young age and did what she needed to survive on the streets. She openly discusses how her feelings of lacking attention and affection from her family helped her seek acceptance from people who were abusing drugs and alcohol. Even though she felt she had potential to do incredible things in life she openly admits she chose to walk down a path of addiction to drugs. Facing the possibility of several years in prison, Veronica decided it was time to make a change. She shares how she learned valuable advice and tools while in group counseling and how her life has dramatically changed in the past six years. From being homeless and having only the clothes on her back to now having a job at a treatment center that involves helping other people, plus building her own self-employed career over the past two years, her story highlights the reality that you can turn your life around. "You can try for everyone else… but deep down, if you want to change your life, you can do it," she adds.

The new videos work in conjunction with the website's mission that one person's experience with addiction can change someone else's.

About RehabDetoxTreatment.com
RehabDetoxTreatment.com features countless true stories about drug and alcohol addiction and how these individuals were able to be set free from a life of addiction. Visitors find themselves in a safe environment where they feel comfortable to express themselves, ask questions, bond with others going through the same journey and even share their own stories. A portion of the true stories on the website are from friends, loved ones, family members and spouses of those who have struggled with addiction. In addition, story types include detox stories, treatment, grief and loss, recovery, and specific drug or alcohol type narratives.

These stories have helped inspire and motivate those who are considering rehabilitation and detox to move forward with the next part of their journey. At RehabDetoxTreatment.com, we understand that addiction is a difficult and sometimes long road. These personal stories are shared in hopes that someone addicted to drugs or alcohol understands that they aren't going through this alone and there is someone out there who understands exactly what they are experiencing.

Read someone's testimony, find answers, advice, hope and more on our website or at our YouTube channel. For those interested in watching our Featured Video showcasing Veronica, click here.

We want the millions of people out there whose lives are impacted in some way by addiction to know there is a safe place they can go to for answers and useful tools and tips. Visit RehabDetoxTreatment.com today to learn more, read a story or share your own true account of addiction and recovery!

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This yearly event encourages the support of children living with parents who are addicted.

Fort Myers, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 02/17/2016 -- RehabDetoxTreatment.com, the website that shares true life stories about living with and being victorious against addiction, is excited to take part in the Children Of Alcoholics Awareness Week campaign. This special weeklong event occurs every year through efforts by The National Association for Children of Alcoholics (NACoA) and is happening this year from February 14 – 20, 2016. The awareness campaign shed lights on children and teenagers whose lives are being influenced and impacted because of a parent or parents who are living with addiction to drugs or alcohol. The campaign's mission is to seek out supportive, caring adults who can offer hope and support to children and teens that are living in these environments. The slogan for this vital awareness campaign is, "Become the star in the life of a child," and is an invitation for adults to shine brightly for the younger generation by learning about the signs of addiction and modeling healthy behaviors for teens and children to follow.

This ongoing observance is crucial, as many adults are not well versed in the figures and statistics of alcoholism and children who are living with addicted parents. NACoA disseminates numerous fact sheets regarding these statistics to help better educate the public. According to these factsheets, 43 percent of adults in America have been exposed to alcoholism in their family. Plus, there are currently 18.25 million children living in a home with family members who are addicted to alcohol or drugs. These are just a small sampling of the surprising statistics that deal with this issue and highlight the need for concerned adults to take action and become a strong, supportive role model in the life of a child. Many studies and reports state that having even one caring adult who takes an active role in a teen or child's life can positively impact that child's life course. And with two babies born to addicted parents every second of every hour of each day, according to NACoA, the need for healthy and sober adults to take part in the lives of children and teens is great.

In addition to sharing stats and figures, NACoA's campaign also seeks to reach out to and educate friends, neighbors, clergy members, aunts, uncles and other concerned adults who can act as a positive figure in the lives of these children. Teens and children need to know that there are safe places to go and safe people to trust that are close by. NACoA teaches signs to look out for regarding addiction and how to speak about the situation openly to make a positive impact.

If you would like to become more involved in the Children of Alcoholics Awareness Week and view Factsheets and PDFs highlighting statistics and figures, visit NACoA's awareness website link.

About RehabDetoxTreatment.com
At RehabDetoxTreatment.com, we believe it is important to share all types of stories about addiction, from those who are just beginning treatment to those who have been victorious with rehabilitation and staying sober. Many of these stories include parents who are in treatment or recovery and children of parents who were/are addicted to drugs or alcohol.

If you have an addiction-related story you would like to share with others in order to inspire and give them hope, visit www.RehabDetoxTreatment.com today.

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RehabDetoxTreatment.com offers a safe community that supports addicts and loved ones through true stories, encouragement and hope.

Fort Myers, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/12/2016 -- Rehab Detox Treatment's mission is to create a supportive community environment where stories of hope and recovery can be exchanged. We respect those who wish to remain anonymous, those who want to share pictures, and those who would like to remain active in sharing their journey with others through our site. We just want to spread the message that no individual has to be alone in fighting substance abuse.

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Addiction to drugs and alcohol is an epidemic in our country affecting millions of individuals and their families. People of all ages experiment with drugs and alcohol for a variety of reasons, often times being unaware of the long lasting damage that can occur. As the addiction begins to worsen, it can affect every area of the person's life. In many of these situations, the addict considers reaching out for help but may not know where to turn.

One avenue that can help an addict begin the journey to treatment and recovery is hearing real-life stories of other men and women who have faced addiction and are winning the battle. So often, we hear about the struggles of addiction and the permanent damage it can do, however, a new website is highlighting true stories of not only the struggles but the victories as well. The newly launched RehabDetoxTreatment.com allows addicts and their loved ones to share insights, personal journeys and why their battle with addiction was worth the fight. Many of those who are choosing to share their personal story on the website are in the midst of recovery, and have begun to once again lead fulfilling, healthy and fruitful lives. These types of stories offer hope to addicts who are in the beginning stages of treatment or are considering treatment. They also offer encouragement to family members who are watching a loved one battle addiction.

In addition to sharing personal testimonies, this newly launched website allows visitors to engage with others who are in treatment, recovery, beginning the process, or who are walking alongside a friend, family member or spouse that is living with addiction. RehabDetoxTreatment.com is a safe venue where a visitor, if comfortable, can reach out to others who have dealt with drug and alcohol addiction and discuss his or her struggles, questions or concerns. Those who engage with the website will find encouragement, strength and multiple levels of support.

The founders of this new website understand the importance of an addict feeling safe to share his or her struggles, and how a safe place provides an opportunity for someone to open up and build trust. Many addicts who are considering entering a drug rehabilitation program may be afraid. Through the sharing of honest experiences and detailed journeys, fear can be diminished and the addict will feel less alone. Ultimately, RehabDetoxTreatment.com spreads the message that no person is alone in his or her substance abuse journey.

About RehabDetoxTreatment.com
For many people, the fear of the unknown can result in the inability to move forward. This same fear also keeps many people from seeking treatment and/or sharing their struggles. RehabDetoxTreatment.com is a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental community that embraces visitors and allows addicts to remain anonymous, if desired, and connect with others who have walked a similar journey. Connection with others can help the person addicted realize he or she is not alone, there are people who are concerned, and that help is available.

It is time to break the stigma and have the addiction community speak up to let others know there is light at the end of the tunnel. Share your personal story now or read stories of others - stories of hope, courage and victory.

Visit http://www.RehabDetoxTreatment.com today to learn more.

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Your Experience with Addiction Can Change Someone Else’s

Fort Myers, FL -- (ReleaseWire) -- 11/09/2015 -- Substance abuse and addiction are complex conditions that can have devastating and overwhelming effects. Many who are affected by addiction do not know where to turn for help or treatment. If you've suffered from drug abuse in the past, are currently battling addiction, or have been impacted by a loved one's addiction, Rehab Detox Treatment is a new outlet to share stories. With almost 85 million Americans afflicted by chemical dependence, Rehab Detox Treatment is the tool to share experiences that may help others who are facing similar battles.

The website is also a tool to connect with others who may currently be seeking treatment, who are considering rehabilitation, but are afraid, as well as those who have years of sobriety and understand the obstacles of recovery. It is a place where family members and friends can express their emotional journey of caring for someone controlled by alcohol or drug use. By sharing honest experiences you can help others become aware of help that is available, make someone feel less alone, and possibly encourage another to open up.

Rehab Detox Treatment's mission is to create a supportive community environment where stories of hope and recovery can be exchanged. We respect those who wish to remain anonymous, those who want to share pictures, and those who would like to remain active in sharing their journey with others through our site. We just want to spread the message that no individual has to be alone in fighting substance abuse.

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Keeping Emotions Bottled Up VS. Expressing Them

In a recent study conducted by the University of California Los Angeles, researchers found that a majority of individuals didn't seek treatment because they feared being labeled a recovering addict more over going through withdrawal. This same fear is also what keeps many individuals experiencing struggles with drug dependence from sharing their troubles. Additionally, family members and friends who care for an addict also hide their feelings because they want to protect their loved one or themselves from society's judgement.

However, research and personal stories from recovery advocates who have experienced addiction first hand all agree that bottling up emotions only causes negative reactions. Author Arlene J. Sherman who published The Real Dope on Addiction and Recovery writes "In recovery, sharing feelings of fear, of uncertainty, and of insecurity all tell us we are not alone in these emotions- most especially in recovery, where we are in uncharted territory and scared." She goes on to say "If you battle addiction alone, you receive no encouragement. Who will build you up when you start to tear yourself down?" Her message reads loud and clear. "Don't be alone. You cannot do this alone. Start to realize that by interacting with other in recovery that you are not alone in these feelings."

In sharing you begin to realize that you are not alone in thinking thoughts you otherwise believed no one else could understand, you are not alone in caring for someone despite their continuous hurtful acts that were caused by addiction, and most importantly you are not alone fighting addiction. When you share, you begin to realize there is always someone out there you can call when times are rough, there is always a person out there you can relate to, and it doesn't matter if you have never met that person because even the most complete strangers can become a support system for one another based solely on understanding what the other has been through.

Research into addiction treatment and family therapy has come a long way in the past decade and much of that can be directly linked to individuals beginning to break the silence surrounding chemical dependence. To continue making progress and to continue bringing hope to individuals who are facing their hardest battles, we ask the addiction community to speak up.

To share your story you may email them to Stories@RehabDetoxTreatment.com or share at http://bit.ly/Share-Your-Stories

About Rehab Detox Treatment Center
Rehab Detox Treatment Center provides total drug and alcohol addiction treatment from detoxification to outpatient counseling. Our inpatient residential program and partial hospitalization services are but one aspect of what we do. We also provide intense outpatient therapy and alumni assistance.

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