Chilling Teenage Drunk Driving Statistics Alcohol Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 9, 2018Leave a commentGetting a driver’s license was a proud day. Suddenly, a whole new world opened up to your teen. Now, they may become part of the teenage drunk driving statistics. What’s your next move? Understanding What Teenage Drunk Driving Statistics Reveal The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explain that about ten percent of teens drink…
Dangers of Inhalants Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 5, 2018Leave a commentSniffing glue or inhaling the fumes from an aerosol can might not sound dangerous. That’s the argument millions of people have used to justify such behavior. After all, how dangerous can a substance be if kids can buy it at any local convenience store? The real answer to that question is–extremely dangerous. People have abused…
National Teen Driver Safety Week Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 21, 2018Leave a commentEvery year, we read stories about distraught parents who have lost their teenager because of a driving accident. It’s always a tragedy and sometimes avoidable. Yes, accidents happen. However, accidents that occur due to driving under the influence aren’t necessary. As a reminder of how important this issue has become, we, as a nation, annually…
Most Popular Drugs Among College Students Drug Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 15, 2018Leave a commentThe first time most young people leave home for a stretch of time is to live in a college dorm. This newfound freedom can become a blessing or a curse for young people. Some use the time to study hard while finding out who they are and what they want to be in life. Others…
Addiction and Amphetamine vs Methamphetamine Drug Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 21, 2018Leave a commentAddiction is a chronic disease of the brain. Symptoms include an inability to control reactions to cravings. In the amphetamine vs methamphetamine debate, the possibility of addiction is a significant factor. Here’s what you need to know. Amphetamine vs Methamphetamine–Differences and Similarities Some prescription medications contain amphetamines. These chemicals boost your metabolism and can assist…
Recognize Inhalant Drug Effects Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 20, 2018Leave a commentFor decades now, America has been living with a dirty little secret. The youth of America continues to abuse inhalants. We are talking about inhaling products such as volatile solvents like glue, fuels, nitrous-oxide, alkyl nitrates, and aerosols. The only explanation for someone sniffing these types of substances is wanting to get “high” at bargain…
Binge Drinking on College Campuses Reaches All-Time High Alcohol Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 5, 2018Leave a commentSchool is finally out for summer, but it’s never too early to warn about the dangers of binge drinking on college campuses. Binge drinking is the excessive intake of alcohol over short time periods. The typical binge involves gulping down three to five drinks in around two hours. Therefore, young adults become impaired with blood…
Why You Shouldn’t Abuse Study Drugs Drug Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 11, 2018Leave a commentDid you fall behind in school? Are finals coming up, and you need to sharpen your focus? Reaching for so-called study drugs sounds like an innocent spot fix. In reality, they open the door to an addiction problem. What are Study Drugs? Adderall, Ritalin, and other ADHD medications fall under the umbrella of drugs that…
Is Marijuana Addictive? Drug Information, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 10, 2018Leave a commentFor decades now, experts have been debating the merits of marijuana use. Not surprisingly, the hot topic is whether or not “weed” is addictive. With many states now legalizing the recreational use of marijuana, asking the question, “Is Marijuana addictive?” is both timely and relative. Is Marijuana Addictive? As the debate rages on, it becomes…
Specifics About a Teen Student Rehab Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryMay 31, 2018Leave a commentTeenagers and students have different needs in addiction treatment compared to adults. Along with substance abuse issues and withdrawal, teen student rehab programs often must address education needs, co-occurring disorders and family life. Since many addicted young people do not feel like they need treatment, families usually must stage an intervention. The Importance of Teen…
