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What is Flakka?

Drug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

News reports of Flakka zombies are terrifying parents. Club cooks have begun making up this synthetic drug for customers clamoring for stimulants. What is Flakka? More importantly, what should you do if you notice your grown child or a loved one using it?The Perfect Storm?Imagine a drug that looks a little like white aquarium gravel.…

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Statistics About Drug Abuse in America

Drug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Drug abuse in America has largely been increasing, especially in the categories of illicit drugs and marijuana. Just over nine percent of Americans over the age of 12 had used illicit drugs in 2013. That number rose from eight percent in 2002. A graph of past-month drug use in 2013 showed nearly 25 million Americans…

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Problems With Taking Alcohol And Ibuprofen

Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Mixing many drugs with alcohol can be dangerous. Ibuprofen is no exception. Although ibuprofen is available over the counter as Midol, Advil, and other painkillers, it’s still dangerous to mix with alcohol. Some of the dangers of mixing alcohol and ibuprofen can even be life threatening.Why You Shouldn’t Mix Alcohol And IbuprofenAlcohol interacts with drugs…

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What is Relapse?

Recovery, Relapse, Relapse PreventionBy Beaches Recovery

Anyone who tries to recover from addiction can relapse. People new to addiction recovery may ask, “What is relapse and how dangerous is it?” If you or a loved one is preparing for or already in addiction treatment, you should learn about relapse and it’s dangers. The more you know, the easier it will be…

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People Want to Know, Is Alcohol A Drug?

Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Many people around the United States drink alcohol. Since it’s so common, people may not think about whether or not alcohol is considered a drug. Others who see the damage regular and abusive alcohol consumption can do, though, may ask, “Is alcohol a drug?” The truth is, yes, alcohol is considered to be a drug…

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Prescription Drug Abuse Statistics [Infographic]

Controlled Substances, Infographic, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

When most people think of the drug abuse epidemic, they picture illegal substances like crack and heroin. While those drugs are undeniably a problem, prescription drugs are an equal threat. In many respects, prescription drug abuse statistics are even more worrying. The incorrect assumption that prescription drugs aren’t dangerous can lead to severe problems and…

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How to Live With a Recovering Alcoholic

Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

If you have gone through the experience of living with someone who was dealing with alcoholism, you might consider living with that person in recovery to be a breath of fresh air. While it’s obviously a better situation, there are still some things you need to know about living with a recovering alcoholic.Staying DiligentLiving with…

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Find Out How to Help a Drug Addict

Drug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

You find out that your loved one has a substance abuse problem. Now, you feel like you’re receiving mixed messages from friends, family members, and society. Do you know how to help a drug addict? And yes, it’s possible to do so, but it isn’t easy.Help Starts with BoundariesLearning how to help a drug addict…

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Characteristics Of Good Addiction Treatment Centers

Addiction, Rehab Blog, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

Hundreds of addiction treatment centers are littered across the United States. Any of them can look like promising options to people unfamiliar with the addiction treatment process. The truth, though, is that some treatment centers are better than others. Finding stand-out treatment centers isn’t hard if you know what characteristics to look for during your…

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