binge drinking on college campuses

Binge Drinking on College Campuses Reaches All-Time High

Alcohol Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches Recovery

School is finally out for summer, but it’s never too early to warn about the dangers of binge drinking on college campuses. Binge drinking is the excessive intake of alcohol over short time periods. The typical binge involves gulping down three to five drinks in around two hours. Therefore, young adults become impaired with blood…

what are benzos

What are Benzos?

Drug Addiction, Prescription DrugsBy Beaches Recovery

The pharmaceutical industry has packed drugstore shelves with drugs that provide a lot of benefits. Unfortunately, some of those drugs have become favorite targets for drugs abusers. One such class of prescription medications would be benzos or benzodiazepines. While these drugs are useful in the treatment of several medical conditions, they also have properties that…

can you die from alcohol withdrawal

Can You Die from Alcohol Withdrawal?

Alcohol Addiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches Recovery

Deciding to stop drinking is a step in the right direction. However, it’s not always an easy thing to do. First, the alcoholic has to come to terms with their illness. Then they have to find somewhere they can get help. Help is vitally important because “drying out” on one’s own is very dangerous. People…

what is carfentanil

What is Carfentanil?

Drug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

Now and then, a new illicit substance appears on the streets. It seems that illegal drug manufacturers never tire of trying to invent new ways to hurt people. In recent years, a horrifying new substance has arrived on the drug scene. This drug is so terrible that some experts compare it to nerve gas, a…

stigma of drug addiction

Worried about the Stigma of Drug Addiction?

Addiction, CounselingBy Beaches Recovery

Getting treatment for a substance abuse disorder is only one facet of the recovery process. Even after you stop using drugs and develop healthy ways to cope with stress, intense emotions, and temptations, you might be affected by the stigma of drug addiction. Unfortunately, stigma can impair your self-esteem, relationships, and mental health. Many people…

life after rehab

Is There Life After Rehab?

Addiction, Rehabilitation, Sober LivingBy Beaches Recovery

Uncontrolled cycles of drug use often mark life before rehab. Although the decision to get clean makes people apprehension, the rehab experience may be a relief. It offers structure and support that you might not have in your daily environment. Life after rehab involves transitioning into a drug-free routine while maintaining the healthy practices that…

how to pay for rehab

How to Pay for Rehab

Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

It’s time to stop the habit. You’ve been thinking about it for a while. Do you know how to pay for rehab? It’s easier than you might imagine.Good-Quality Facilities Work with Health Insurance ProvidersExcellent facilities routinely enter into partnerships with governing organizations. Examples include NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and NAATP (National Association of…

planning a drug intervention

Planning a Drug Intervention

Drug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

Do you suspect your loved one has fallen victim to addiction? Are they exhibiting risky, erratic behaviors to score their substance of choice? Have they become distant from family and friends? Are they suddenly facing work, school, or social problems for unexplained reasons? Do they respond with denials or lies when confronted? If yes, it’s…

relapse prevention strategies

You Need Relapse Prevention Strategies Before Exiting Rehab

Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

The time spent in rehab should be put to good use. After suffering from an addiction, it’s an opportunity for the patient to straighten out issues and grab recovery time. Before leaving rehab, it’s vital to get all the knowledge and tools they can secure. This includes walking away with some definitive relapse prevention strategies.…

SMART recovery vs 12 step

The Differences Between Smart Recovery vs 12 Step Recovery

Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

Many people wonder about the benefits of SMART Recovery vs 12 step recovery. Many differences exist between these programs. Some of these differences provide the clearest picture of how one program may work better for you versus the other.About SMART RecoveryMost people in addiction know about the 12 steps of AA. After all, Hollywood includes…