2 women celebrate 12 step meetings

General Outline of 12 Step Meetings

Recovery, Rehabilitation, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

One of the most common ways to combat addiction is through the use of the 12 step philosophy. The 12 steps have helped those struggling with addiction for more than 70 years. They have helped millions of people find lasting sobriety. Many addiction treatment facilities offer a 12 step program. Here at Beaches Recovery, we…

woman enjoys her sober living

What It’s Like to Be Clean and Sober

Recovery, Rehab Blog, Rehabilitation, Sober LivingBy Beaches Recovery

Living with a drug or alcohol addiction can make you feel utterly hopeless, as though there’s no light at the end of the tunnel. You may even think that living this way is your fate, but that doesn’t have to be the case. You can live clean and sober, allowing you to be the person…

woman considers if her addiction is a disease

Is Drug Addiction a Disease?

Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Recovery, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

“Is drug addiction a disease?” It’s a common question that many people ask if they are suffering from addiction. There are many opinions about addiction, and unfortunately, this keeps the stigma of drug addiction alive, often preventing individuals from getting the support they need to heal. For most people, drinking or using drugs recreationally isn’t…

group participates in 12 step program

How a 12 Step Program Helped My Recovery

Addiction, Recovery, Rehabilitation, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

I suffer from what many people in recovery often refer to as “terminal uniqueness” and it was a difficult concept. In my addiction, I felt as though I was all alone and nobody could understand what I was going through. When I finally found a 12 step program, it felt like I was finally at…

family stages an intervention

When and How To Do An Intervention

Addiction, Rehabilitation, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

As a disease, addiction doesn’t discriminate. It can affect anyone at any time, no matter their age, race, or class. Yet like any disease, addiction can be treated with professional help. Individuals must educate themselves on what to look out for to get their friends and loved ones the treatment they need. Because many individuals…

man participates in chiropractic care for detox

The Detox Benefits of Chiropractic Care

Addiction, Drug Addiction, Recovery, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

The benefits of chiropractic care are far more than just proper alignment. Researchers have recently found that misalignments in the spine can cause problems with how the brain functions. These misalignments basically interrupt the function of neurotransmitters that are responsible for sending messages in the brain. As a result, some patients are unable to ward…

an example of addictive marijuana

How Do I Find Out Is Weed Addictive?

Addiction, Drug Addiction, Drug Information, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

One question many people ask, “Is weed addictive?” For many, there isn’t an easy, short answer. There’s a common argument that marijuana is a safe substance because it’s all-natural. Several states have now made it legal to some degree. Addiction involves continued action despite adverse consequences, and this is not only possible but common with…