Freeing Yourself from Heroin Withdrawls

Freeing Yourself from Heroin Withdrawls

Heroin is an addictive, dangerous opioid that’s synthesized from morphine. After it’s injected or inhaled into the body, heroin attaches to opioid receptors in the brain and creates a rush of euphoria. According to the NIH, around 23% of all heroin users become dependent on heroin. Individuals can easily enter a cyclic pattern of abuse…

3 Reasons to Live Drug Free

3 Reasons to Live Drug Free

A few short years ago, in 2015, authorities learned about Flakka in Florida. It was a party drug, much like Molly, that appealed to younger users. However, it didn’t take long for the catastrophic side effects to make headlines with terms like “Flakka Zombies.” Since then, this drug has traveled to several other states.Flakka is…

Side Effects of buprenorphine

The Side Effects of Buprenorphine

Buprenorphine is a staple in the medication-assisted treatment (MAT) of substance abuse. It’s a game-changer for people struggling with opioid addiction. Could this be the missing piece to your recovery? Here’s what you need to know about the side effects of buprenorphine. Beaches Recovery offers extensive treatment options, including MAT, at our opioid addiction treatment…

Accredited Drug Rehab

Accredited Drug Rehab Centers

For prospective patients, the choice they make about where to get addiction treatment is vitally important. The quality of care they get will likely directly affect whether they can establish solid recovery. With so much on the line, each individual needs to make such decisions with great care. At a minimum, all of their attention…

opiate detox withdrawal

Opiate Withdrawal Treatment

Opiates are prescribed to alleviate pain. In fact, most people use opiates as prescribed. However, opiate abuse is on the rise. It’s estimated that anywhere from 24 million to 36 million people in the world abuse opiates or prescription drugs. Drug addiction is a chronic brain disease that is characterized by compulsive drug-seeking despite the…

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Why Is MDMA Addictive?

A substance use disorder (an addiction to drugs or alcohol) can arise from the abuse or misuse of many substances. Sometimes individuals will inadvertently develop a dependency. But when it comes to illicit drugs like MDMA (also known as Ecstasy or Molly), which are almost exclusively used for recreational purposes, addiction arises because of the…

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The Differences of Adderall vs Methamphetamine

If you’ve ever taken Adderall, you may have noticed the increased energy, sharper focus, better concentration, and sustained alertness. These are some of the major effects of the medication. It’s proven to be very effective in helping those in need focus and manages mental health conditions like attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and other anxiety disorders. However,…