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Effects of a Whippet Addiction

Controlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches Recovery

Inhalant and whippet addiction can cause damaging consequences, including death. Whippets are one of the most popular inhalants. Nitrous oxide, which is a gas that is frequently used as an anesthesia medication in clinical settings, is also used in products like canned whipped cream. When inhaled in large amounts, whippets produce intense intoxication.Inhalants are a…

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Mixing Adderall and Alcohol

Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches Recovery

According to new research conducted by John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, emergency room visits due to Adderall abuse have spiked dramatically in young adults in the last several years. However, the study also found that prescriptions for the medication hadn’t increased. College-age adults are obtaining the medication from family or friends, which accounts…

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Is Weed Legal in Florida?

Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches Recovery

As legal marijuana use gains support in the US, it’s becoming complicated to understand the laws of each state. In some eighteen states at this time, recreational pot use is legal. It’s only medical marijuana that people can use legally in 37 states. In the remaining states, a number of local governments are currently considering…

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What Is Spice?

Drug Information, substance abuseBy Beaches Recovery

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) counted 20 spice deaths between 2011 and 2015. In early 2015, the number of spice-related calls to poison control centers increased 330%. What is spice and why is it so dangerous? There are a few things that you need to know.If you’re worried about being addicted to spice, call us…

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What Is Cocaine?

Cocaine Addiction, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches Recovery

If you have a loved one who has been struggling with cocaine addiction, you may have the question, “What is cocaine?” And if this is the case, you’re not alone.Many individuals find themselves in a situation where a loved one is struggling with a cocaine addiction, but they are unsure what exactly this drug is…

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What Is Khat?

Addiction, Drug Information, substance abuseBy Beaches Recovery

Have you ever heard of someone chewing khat and wondered, what is khat. Don’t worry, a large majority people in the United States don’t know what this herb is. Khat is a drug that is made out of the leaves of the catha edulis, which is found in eastern Africa. These leaves contain the stimulants…

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Can You Survive a Ketamine High?

Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug InformationBy Beaches Recovery

When people hear of a new drug, they typically have a lot of questions about it. While it’s not new to the market, ketamine is a drug that most people don’t know much about. They may even wonder if it’s possible to survive a ketamine high. It’s important to learn more about the drug itself.Do…

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Is There a Difference Between Suboxone vs Methadone?

Controlled Substances, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches Recovery

Do you know the difference between Suboxone vs. Methadone? Both drugs are pharmaceuticals that aim to treat opiate addictions. Primarily, these drugs can help individuals stop abusing harder drugs like OxyContin and heroin. In fact, many people confuse Suboxone vs. Methadone because they are both a part of opiate replacement therapy.If you’d like to know…

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What is Valium?

Drug Addiction, Drug Information, Recovery, Rehabilitation, substance abuseBy Beaches Recovery

Prescription drug abuse is a significant problem in the United States. While prescription medications like benzodiazepines and opiates provide important therapeutic benefits, many also carry the risk of abuse and addiction. Benzodiazepine-like Valium is used to treat anxiety related disorders and to minimize symptoms, like panic and anxiety attacks. But, what is Valium?Valium was one…

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What are Dissociative Drugs?

Controlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches Recovery

What are dissociative drugs? Simply put, dissociative drugs are mind-altering substances that create hallucinogenic effects and can significantly distort your perception of reality. What makes them so prone to abuse is how widely available they are.Many over-the-counter medications, like cough syrup, are classified as dissociative drugs. Although cough syrup is legal to buy without a…