a woman holding a pill showing what are synthetic opioids

What are Synthetic Opioids?

Addiction, Controlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Drug Information, Prescription Drugs, UncategorizedBy Beaches Recovery

Do you want to know what are synthetic opioids so you or a loved one can seek treatment for drug abuse? Perhaps an opioid addiction rehab center Jacksonville, FL, residents trust can help you recover. Addicts use synthetic opioid drugs for their pain relief and pleasurable effects. However, they are highly addictive and linked to nearly 50% (19,413) of…

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Meet Julia, an exceptional Beaches Alumni

Rehab Blog, UncategorizedBy Carol Gilham

We’ve decided to start highlighting some of our employees and Alumni each month because we think they are exceptional human beings. They go above and beyond in the community and at home to represent the Beaches Recovery and Tides Edge team. We’re so proud to call them a part of our Beaches family, bringing hope…

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How to Control Anxiety

Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, UncategorizedBy Beaches Recovery

If you suffer from anxiety, you know how debilitating it becomes. It is enough to completely shut you down and prevent you from fully enjoying life. Anxiety also has the ability to come out of nowhere. Suffering from anxiety itself can actually bring about more anxiety, creating a never-ending cycle. However, it doesn’t need to…

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Meet Bonnie!

UncategorizedBy Carol Gilham

We’ve decided to start highlighting some of our employees each month because we think they are not only exceptional employees, but also exceptional human beings. They go above and beyond at work and at home to represent the Beaches Recovery and Tides Edge team. We’re so proud to call them a part of our family!This…

frustrated alcoholic with bottle of alcohol experiencing effects of alcohol on the brain

Damaging Effects of Alcohol on The Brain

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

Slurred speech, difficulty concentrating, recklessness, and impaired decision-making skills are just a small sampling of the adverse effects of alcohol on the brain. While several of alcohol’s negative effects make their appearance after only a few drinks, many of its more damaging consequences evolve over time. Even so, alcohol is commonplace in nearly every culture.…

types of family therapy in drug and alcohol abuse treatment programs

Types of Family Therapy

Addiction, Rehab Blog, Therapies, UncategorizedBy Beaches Recovery

If you have a loved one who is struggling with addiction, you may not know how to provide support, or where to turn to for help. If you want to help your loved one, start by getting them help with a family therapy program in Jacksonville, FL. Different types of family therapy are available to…

is heroin an opioid

Is Heroin An Opioid?

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

We hear quite a bit in the news and on social media about the opioid epidemic. With the number of opioid overdoses continuously rising, the epidemic is alarming. There are several drugs— some are prescriptions and some are synthetic street drugs. People may wonder, is heroin an opioid? If you or someone you love is…

man with alcohol wondering what the signs of alcohol poisoning are

5 Signs of Alcohol Poisoning

Addiction, Alcohol, Alcohol Addiction, UncategorizedBy Beaches Recovery

Alcohol is one of the most commonly consumed, easily accessible mind-altering chemicals available to society. While drinking a glass of wine or having the occasional few beers is not likely to cause anyone harm, too much alcohol consumption can lead to a damaging health emergency known as alcohol poisoning. Sadly, signs of alcohol poisoning are…