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Can You Get Mental Disorders from Drug Use?

dual diagnosis treatment, Mental Health, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

When it comes to substance abuse, it not uncommon for addiction to coincide with mental disorders. In fact, mental disorders and addiction have much in common with the “chicken or the egg dilemma.” In other words, what’s the order of connection? Does drug or alcohol abuse come from the mental health issue or does the…

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Drinking and Drugs Were My Anger Management Techniques

Addiction, Counseling, Mental Health, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

You’ve heard of the stereotypical angry drunk. Overdoing alcohol or drugs helps some people release the anger and frustration they build up inside. For others, unresolved anger problems lead to substance abuse because it helps them numb their feelings of sadness and frustration. As a result, effective rehab must provide anger management techniques for those…

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What Is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and How It’s Used in Addiction Treatment

Addiction, Counseling, Mental Health, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Treating addiction requires the use of multiple types of therapy. Because no two individuals have the same addiction experience, no two individuals will have the same needs in recovery. Therefore, it’s necessary for addiction treatment programs to offer a wide range of therapies to meet the needs of patients. At Beaches Recovery, we understand the…

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The Link Between Mental Health and Substance Abuse is Strong

Addiction, dual diagnosis treatment, Mental Health, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Treating substance abuse is a difficult task because mental health issues typically accompany it. Mental health and substance abuse affect each other in several ways. In the field of addiction, experts call this dual diagnosis. At Beaches Recovery, we understand the unique connection between mental health and substance abuse. Often, individuals begin abusing drugs or…

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What is Behavioral Health?

Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

Behavioral health is a term often used interchangeably with the term mental health. However, it describes the connection of well-being between behaviors and the body and mind. Behavioral health takes a look at aspects that cover mental health issues as well.It is synonymous with treating, preventing, and alleviating complaints such as depression, anxiety, and substance…

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Alcoholism and Depression Go Hand-in-Hand

Alcohol Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

If you’ve ever wondered why some people in recovery refer to their alcohol abuse as a self-medicating practice, consider the link between alcoholism and depression. It is a bit of a push-me-pull-me relationship. In some cases, it is unclear whether the depression came before or after the alcohol use disorder. That said, a dual diagnosis…

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Preventing Drug and Alcohol Addiction Before it Starts

Addiction, Mental Health, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

5 Ways of Preventing Drug and Alcohol Addiction1. Cope with stress in healthy waysMany people begin using drugs and alcohol as a way to cope with the daily stresses of life. This temporary fix leads users down a dangerous road of constantly needing more to soothe their pain, stress, and tension. Implementing alternative coping methods…

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November 23rd: Survivors of Suicide Loss Day 2019

Addiction, Counseling, Mental HealthBy Beaches Recovery

If you’ve lost a loved one to suicide, you know how hard it can be to cope. National Survivors of Suicide Loss Day 2019 is here to recognize and raise awareness of the unique struggles faced by those who have lost a loved one to suicide. While there are many healthy options for dealing with…