Facts About Alcoholic DementiaAddiction>Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Mental Health, Rehab Blog, substance abuseBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 31, 2021Alcohol is a dangerous, addictive substance that is nonetheless legal and socially acceptable in America. Alcohol consumption is often associated with holidays, major life events like weddings, or recreational events like sporting events and parties. It can cause tremendous harm to the body, despite its prevalence in society. While there are a number of symptoms…
How to Help Your Spouse Stop DrinkingAddiction>Alcohol Addiction, Alcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Counseling, Detox, Recovery, substance abuseBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 12, 2021You’ve nagged, begged, and argued. Your spouse still has a drinking problem. Do you want to know how to help your spouse stop drinking? Interestingly, many of the techniques can start with you. If you’re wondering how to help your spouse quit drinking, then explore what Beaches Recovery has to offer. Our abstinence-based addiction treatment…
The Difference Between Social Drinking vs AlcoholismAlcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Sober Living, substance abuseBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 8, 2021Culturally in the United States, alcohol is everywhere. It is a stable of small and large parties, wedding celebrations, tailgating events, and other sports viewing. Because it is legal and ubiquitous, it can be a challenge recognizing when you, someone you know, or someone you care about is abusing alcohol. Many people can recognize when…
What Is An Alcoholic?Alcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 21, 2021Professionals refer to someone struggling with alcohol dependence or addiction as suffering from an alcohol use disorder. An alcoholic in the vernacular is a way people refer to those who drink to excess repeatedly. An alcoholic is an outdated and colloquial term for someone with an AUD. Normally, the term is now used to self-declare yourself…
Have a Sober Fourth of JulyAlcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 1, 2021Being in recovery from a substance use disorder (an addiction to drugs or alcohol) can make many events challenging to manage. However, it’s not impossible to enjoy social events while still managing one’s recovery. You can say for sure that holidays are equal parts fun and stress even in the best of times. If you…
Alcoholism Is a DiseaseAlcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryMay 6, 2021Alcoholism is a disease that most people don’t quite understand. When one thinks of alcoholism, they picture someone realizing they have a problem and seeking help with detox or alcohol addiction rehab once. Yet, like any disease, it is a condition that is more complicated than that. Alcohol addiction or alcohol use disorder (the term…
Staging an Alcohol InterventionAlcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol RehabBy Beaches RecoveryApril 24, 2021When someone you love is struggling with alcohol use disorder, then alcohol intervention is an appropriate action. Statistics on drinking in the United States say that alcohol use disorder has increased by 11 percent. This is due to a number of factors, not least of which is the accessibility of alcohol and its social acceptance.…
Significant Alcoholism SignsAddiction, Alcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 17, 2021Nearly all adults drink. Whether it’s a few beers at a Friday night party, a cocktail, or glass of champagne at a wedding, or some wine after a long day at work, alcohol is a common beverage. Because alcohol is so socially acceptable and easy to get, it can be easily abused, leading individuals to…
How to Figure Out if You’re Dating an AlcoholicAddiction, Alcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 20, 2021People like to believe that love conquers all. However, this isn’t the case if you’re dating an alcoholic. It’s not always easy to tell if someone has a drinking problem. You have to know the signs of alcohol addiction. Fortunately, the team at Beaches Recovery has extensive experience treating the disease of addiction and can…
Don’t Fear Detoxing from AlcoholAddiction, Alcohol, Detox, Drug & Alcohol RehabBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 11, 2021There’s plenty of information about rehab for a wide variety of substance abuse problems. But when it comes to detoxing from alcohol, a lot of what’s out there is misinformation. As a result, people who need help are afraid to reach out for it. But don’t let this be you. At Beaches Recovery, our team…
