Cape Coral Resources

Underage drinking, binge drinking in people of all ages and prescription opiates are of particular concern in Lee County, where Cape Coral lies. In Lee County, nearly 10% more young people on probation reported having a drug problem than those in Florida as a whole. The issue with youth drinking is highlighted by the fact 39% of young people arrested in Lee admit to having used alcohol, compared to 31% across the entire state. 

Not surprisingly, the most common substance adults are addicted to when they’re admitted to an addiction treatment center is alcohol. Although not many young men develop alcoholism, starting to drink at a young age is one of the clearest risk factors for going on to develop it later. As the second most frequently seen addiction in drug rehab centers, heroin also poses a significant problem for adults in Lee County.

• 101 fatalities in the first half of 2018
• 4 districts in Florida impacted by fentanyl deaths
   

A government study on drugs and alcohol in Lee County concluded that one major issue in the area is that male youth drinking is socially acceptable. Most underage drinkers consume alcohol that’s given to them by friends or family.

Students think their friends see drinking as acceptable and that their peers believe parents providing young people with alcohol is acceptable. Additionally, young people perceive that their friends drink more than they do. Peer pressure is a major contributing factor in the initial stages of a substance use disorder, so these findings are troubling.

Struggling with a substance abuse disorder is much harder than people realize. One of the most challenging aspects of this disease is its impact on mental health and perception. It deceives the sufferer into believing that their substance of choice is more important than anything else. This often wreaks havoc with interpersonal relationships, work, school and social activities. Additionally, it makes it difficult to realize that you have a substance abuse disorder.

If you’ve taken the massive step of starting to reach out for help, you should feel incredibly proud. You’ve just taken your first step on the road to recovery. In a men’s outpatient alcohol and drug program, you get the care, attention and understanding necessary to start working towards long-term recovery. Behavioral therapy, adventure therapy and group therapy all play vital roles in the substance abuse treatment process.  

• General Outpatient

  • General outpatient rehab is the next step down from an IOP. However, if you’re diagnosed with a mild substance abuse disorder, it could also be suitable for you. It’s easy to attend GOP around responsibilities such as school, work and family life. You’ll attend group therapy, individual therapy and experimental therapy and become a part of the Calusa Recovery Cape Coral family.

     

Sadly, for some people, their home life makes remaining sober difficult due to the presence of triggers. You might do all of the necessary hard work during a treatment program but return to a toxic environment and feel like there’s no other way out. The people we’re surrounded by having a marked impact on how we think and how we behave.

In a sober living house, the entire environment is designed to encourage you, build your confidence and help you stay sober. You’re surrounded by people who understand substance use disorders and are working towards a better life, overseen by addiction professionals. We give you access to resources and help you to find a job or get into education, and you learn how to live harmoniously as part of the community.