What is Tramadol and Why It’s on the Controlled Substance List Addiction, Controlled Substances, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 30, 2016You may know tramadol under its brand name, Ultram. Manufacturers also offer an extended release version, Ultram ER. When mixed with acetaminophen, which sells under the trade name Tylenol, the drug’s name changes to Ultracet. But what is tramadol, exactly? Opioid Painkiller or Serotonin Uptake Inhibitor? Both! Initially, the manufacturer believed that the substance had…
What is OxyContin and How It’s Abused Prescription Drugs, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 28, 2016Have you become addicted to OxyContin prescription pills? Did your habit begin as experimental drug use before exploding into a pattern of abuse that you cannot control? You already know the answer to, “What is OxyContin?”, but what about, “how can I stop abusing OxyContin?” The answer is simple: An opiate addiction treatment center can…
What Causes Alcoholism? Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 26, 2016Alcoholism is another name for alcohol use disorder. This condition begins when you drink too much and your body starts to rely upon having alcohol to function each day. When you are an alcoholic, drinking rules your entire life. But what causes alcoholism and how can you stop drinking? What Causes Alcoholism? Alcoholism is not…
Teen Drinking and Driving Statistics Rehab Blog, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 22, 2016Are you the parent of a teenager who frequently engages in risky patterns of drinking, such as teen drinking and driving? Are you concerned about your child’s health and future? Unfortunately, this is an all-too-common theme in many American households. The silver lining is that there is professional treatment that can help your teen get…
Stages of Addiction Recovery Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 19, 2016Like millions of others who are in need of professional rehab for a drug or alcohol addiction, you may be doubting if the process can work for you. After all, addiction is an individual disease that is experienced differently by everyone it touches. However, if the stages of addiction recovery are treated with an equally…
Problem Drinkers Should Recognize the Stages of Alcoholism Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 16, 2016When you were in your teens, you’d take a look at a person passed out drunk, and you’d figure he had partied. As you got older and shifted your focus to building a career, you’d see a person passed out and figured he was an alcoholic. Now, you might realize that you’re in need of…
Substance Abuse and Marriage Trouble [Infographic] InfographicBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 15, 2016Unfortunately, substance abuse and marriage trouble are often found together. After all, substance abuse doesn’t just impact a single person: It also impacts the people they are closest to. Understanding the scope of substance abuse and its influence on others may help some couples find help and treatment before they feel the need for divorce.…
Is Alcoholism Hereditary? Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 14, 2016Many people wonder, “Is alcoholism hereditary?” Like many other health conditions, such as diabetes and depression, alcoholism does not have just one cause. Genes passed down from parents to children play a role, but this is only part of the story. The Medical Answer to, “Is Alcoholism Hereditary?” If you ask a researcher, doctor or…
I Know That Alcoholism Is A Disease Because… Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 12, 2016Alcoholism is a disease that most people don’t quite understand. When one thinks of a disease, they picture someone realizing they have a problem and seeking help. A person diagnosed with cancer, diabetes or heart disease, will instinctively go see a doctor and get help. This is a much different situation when it comes to alcoholism.…
How to Detox from Alcohol Detox, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 9, 2016Have you unsuccessfully tried to stop abusing alcohol? Do you want to get sober, but always get pulled back into the cycle of abuse when the withdrawal symptoms appear? The symptoms of alcohol withdrawal can be quite challenging to overcome. Once you know how to detox from alcohol in a safe and effective manner, you…
