dangers of self medicating

The Dangers of Self Medicating for Mental Health Problems

Drug Addiction, dual diagnosis treatmentBy Beaches Recovery

With so many Americans struggling with mental health problems today, many are self-medicating to deal with their issues. But the dangers of self medicating are harmful and can even be life-threatening.What Does “Self Medicating” Mean?Self medication refers to using mind-altering substances to fix or improve an emotional or mental health issue. For example, someone who…

depression and substance abuse

What to Do About Depression and Substance Abuse

Counseling, dual diagnosis treatmentBy Beaches Recovery

Many people with substance abuse issues don’t realize the adverse effects that drugs and alcohol have on their mental health. They often abuse these addictive substances to feel better. While drugs and alcohol lead people to believe they’re escaping their problems, the opposite is happening. Depression and substance abuse often go hand-in-hand. As one component…

ativan side effects

The Most Severe Ativan Side Effects

Drug Addiction, dual diagnosis treatmentBy Beaches Recovery

Ativan has many important medical uses. Doctors will prescribe this medication to treat insomnia, epilepsy, irritable bowel syndrome and nausea caused by cancer treatments. That’s the good news. The drug also has a dark side because it’s highly addictive and people abuse it. The abuse comes in the form of patients using it in ways…