Panama City is also known for the raucous spring-break parties that have gotten out of control in recent years. A haven for college students from all over the country, Panama City has its share of young adults incarcerated for public intoxication and possession of illegal drugs. These types of behavior can ultimately lead to drug or alcohol addiction.

If you are addicted to drugs or alcohol there is help. Addiction is a disease that can be treated. Consider traveling to another city or state for you treatment. Traveling for treatment can get you away from the parties and other negative influences that may make it easier for you to abuse substances.

What is Family Therapy?

Drug and alcohol abuse can have devastating effects on the lives of substance abusers and their families. Families are often innocent victims of this abuse. "œFamily Therapy" at treatment centers attempts to repair these strained and severed relationships in the family.

In family therapy, patients learn better communication skills and coping mechanisms. Many treatment centers also invite other family members to attend group meetings, to talk with counselors and to attend talks on the topic of addiction and rehab so they can better educate themselves on what their loved one is struggling with.

The end goal is to return the family to the viable and productive support system that will help the substance abuser with their ongoing recovery.

If you have a family member struggling with addiction, but refuses to get help, consider staging an intervention for them. Give us a call and we'll help you find the best treatment center for your loved one. (866) 578-7471 .

When you go to a weekly group meeting, you can meet people just like you, who are also struggling with addiction. You can find a sponsor there to help you on a personal level on the road to recovery. Also consider joining a 12-step group. The 12-steps are effective at helping people with recovery through improving their integrity and accountability.