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How to Pick A Drug Addiction Treatment for Your Daughter

Drug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

It doesn’t matter if she’s 18, 21, 31, or older, your daughter will always be your little girl. Although most grown children eventually handle their lives by themselves, there are times when you need to step in. Regardless of her age, your daughter will depend on you if she needs drug addiction treatment. Now, she…

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Meth Effects [Infographic]

InfographicBy Beaches Recovery

Over a million people in the United States use the drug meth on a regular basis. Sadly, meth effects are incredibly detrimental and the drug can absolutely ruin lives. Taking a closer look at the worst meth effects showcases the need to help those currently abusing the drug.Meth Effects – HallucinationsPerhaps one of the most…

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What’s So Bad About Drinking and Driving

Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Drinking and driving can obviously get people in trouble with the law. Beyond the legal ramifications, it is also a dangerous thing to do. When someone drinks, the alcohol inhibits their ability to think clearly. It also slows down their reaction time. If something happens on the roadway, the driver is less able to react…

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What the Heck is Lean Drug?

Drug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Lately, a new drug has become all the rage among teens and adults alike. It has many names, but some common ones include purple drank and lean. What exactly is the lean drug, and is it addictive? It’s important for parents to inform themselves about this deadly new drug and the dangers of using it.What…

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Understanding the Psychotherapy Definition

Counseling, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

The treatment of an addiction is a complicated process. It involves complete cooperation from the patient and the dedication of caring counselors or psychologists. What’s usually at stake is the patient’s personal welfare and sometimes his or her life. Of the number of treatment modalities commonly used in the addiction treatment industry, psychotherapy seems the…

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Drug Abuse Statistics [Infographic]

Drug Addiction, InfographicBy Beaches Recovery

Drug addiction is something that can happen to anyone. It doesn’t discriminate, impacting people from all walks of life, ages and locations. The enormity of drug abuse statistics shows just how big the problem is. Learning about drug abuse is the first step toward combatting it all together.1 in 10 Americans Abuses Illegal DrugsIn the case…

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Do You Want to Know What is Sizzurp?

Drug Information, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Parents are typically the last to know about the ins and outs of the younger generation’s drug use. Case in point is the question related to purple drank a.k.a. sizzurp. So, what is sizzurp? Well, it starts with a can of soda and continues with codeine-laced cough syrup and a dose of promethazine, an antihistamine.A…

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Dr. Marcus De Carvalho Weighs in on Skyrocketing Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department’s Responses to Drug Overdoses

NewsBy Beaches Recovery

The Florida Times Union publishes Jacksonville news that affects the community. The troubling trend that sees a doubling of emergency calls for possible drug overdoses is most certainly information that falls under this umbrella. When interviewed for the piece, Marcus De Carvalho, M.D., Medical Director for Beaches Recovery, came straight to the point.Citing the ease…

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Dr. De Carvalho Joins Drug Free Duval Task Force

NewsBy Beaches Recovery

We are thrilled that our local media is beginning to report on the impact of the Opioid and Heroin crisis here in North Florida.Heroin overdoses skyrocket in every Jacksonville ZIP codeAn I-TEAM investigation into a deadly epidemic affecting every part of Duval County. We’ve uncovered the most dangerous areas where heroin overdoses are happening, how…

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Little Known Substance Abuse Statistics [Infographic]

Drug Information, InfographicBy Beaches Recovery

Substance Abuse StatisticsMany people know at least one person who has struggled with substance abuse. Despite this, it is an issue that doesn’t get enough attention and coverage. Highlighting substance abuse statistics can bring much-needed attention to this dreadful epidemic.Millions Struggle With Substance AbuseIn the United States alone, an estimated 23.5 million people are diagnosed…

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