Most Abused Prescription DrugsDetox, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug Addiction, Drug Information, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 22, 2019Addiction is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States, impacting more than 10% of Americans annually. Prescription drug abuse is a large contributor to addiction, especially the opiate epidemic. Sometimes, prescription drugs serve as a gateway drug. For example, prescription drug abuse can cause you to experiment with illicit opiates, like heroin.…
Crystal Meth Vs MethDetox, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 18, 2019Addiction also increases your chances of experiencing domestic violence, unemployment, and housing instability. Drugs like opiates and amphetamines are highly addictive, making it difficult to quit without help. Crystal meth and meth are two types of physically addicting illicit drugs that are widely abused in the United States. Whether you are addicted to crystal meth…
Tramadol Addiction SymptomsDrug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug Addiction, Drug Information, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 9, 2019Not all addictions are to illegal drugs. In the case of tramadol addiction, someone is more likely to get it over the pharmacists counter. However, this is one of the tougher addictions to treat that we have seen here at Beaches Recovery. The toughest part is convincing someone that they have a problem in the…
Why Do Teens Drink?Alcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 8, 2019There isn’t enough conversation around teenage drinking and the serious effect that it can have. Parents often don’t know how to engage with their children over the realities around alcohol use. This can lead to a form of silent assent where both parties are happy to not discuss it until the problem grows out of…
Quitting Heroin Cold TurkeyDetox, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 7, 2019If you are suffering from an addiction to heroin you may have asked yourself this question: can I quit heroin cold turkey? There may even be people in your life who have encouraged this course of action, but you should think twice. There are many reasons why it is a terrible idea to quit heroin…
Seizures from Alcohol WithdrawalAlcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Drug & Alcohol RehabBy Beaches RecoveryJune 12, 2019Alcohol is one of the most widely abused and readily available substances in the United States. Because alcohol is such a common fixture at high school parties, college campuses, and even networking and business events, binge drinking and alcohol abuse are problems seen across all age groups. While you may think only alcoholics can experience…
Medication Assisted TreatmentDetox, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 7, 2018There are many facets of addiction treatment that warrant explanation. After all, the entire treatment process is unknown to a lot of people. With that said, we want to address something that one might consider confusing. That is the use of drugs to combat drug addiction. That’s correct. Sometimes, doctors and medical staff have to…
Addiction Group Therapy ActivitiesDrug & Alcohol Rehab, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryMarch 21, 2018Group therapy provides patients with an excellent lifeline of support. Unfortunately, many people underestimate the importance of group support. The truth is most patients will struggle to stay clean even with the help of loved ones and other recovering addicted individuals. A closer look at addiction group therapy activities reveals that counselors go to great…
Types of Psychotherapy Used in Addiction TreatmentDrug & Alcohol Rehab, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 28, 2017Once someone decides to get addiction treatment, there are many types of psychotherapy options counselors can use. Treating a psychological dependence on drugs and alcohol takes time. With the right detox and rehab program, clients can start their journey toward a healthier, happier life.Types of Psychotherapy Options at Treatment CentersThe most basic types of psychotherapy…
Support GroupsCounseling, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Mental Health, Recovery, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 22, 2017During the rehab process, patients receive much more than therapy and counseling. They learn a lot about addiction and what it takes to stay on the path of recovery. In many cases, they also learn the value of having one or more support groups. For many years now, counselors have placed a great deal of…
