Does Addiction Education Really Help Teens?Addiction, Drug Information, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 7, 2019Leave a commentAs the country collectively deals with an opiate abuse epidemic, the attention falls on the nation’s youth. These are the most vulnerable people among us when evil comes a-calling. For decades, experts and the government have debated the best path for protecting teens from the power of drugs and alcohol. No matter what options people… Details
Substance Abuse Treatment Jacksonville FL SupportsAddiction, Recovery, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 6, 2019Leave a commentWhen it comes time to select an addiction rehab center, the search should include an elite facility like Beaches Recovery. When you get substance abuse treatment Jacksonville FL offers, you are getting help in the rehab capital of the world. Our reputation for providing the very best addiction treatment services is already established. We support… Details
Do Rehabs Have LGBTQ Support Groups?Counseling, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 5, 2019Leave a commentWhether or not you identify as a member of the LGBTQ community, the process of overcoming addiction remains mostly the same. Getting sober still requires detox and then rehab. However, it can be incredibly helpful to have peer support along the way. That’s why many rehab programs like Beaches Recovery offer LGBTQ support groups. What… Details
Problems Taking Ativan and Alcohol TogetherAlcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 4, 2019Leave a commentAtivan is the brand name for lorazepam, which is a benzodiazepine. A doctor might prescribe it if you struggle with anxiety. Mixing Ativan and alcohol is exceedingly dangerous. Here’s what could happen. Who Mixes Ativan and Alcohol? Sometimes, it’s an accident. You forgot that you had a drink. Maybe you didn’t read the instructions. At… Details
Addictive Effects of Crack CocaineDrug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 3, 2019Leave a commentCrack cocaine is highly addictive and powerful, producing an immediate high. It is also easy and cheap to make, which makes it a popular drug. However, the effects of crack cocaine are quite dangerous and can even be life-threatening. If you are struggling with a crack cocaine addiction, professional help can help you overcome the… Details
Comparison of Acute Stress Disorder vs PTSDAddiction, Dual DiagnosisBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 3, 2019Leave a commentAcute stress disorder (ASD) is common in trauma survivors. The same is true for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In discussions about acute stress disorder vs PTSD, there’s frequently a mention of chemical dependence. Why does this happen, and what can you do about it? Processing Emotions and Memories Overwhelms You Trauma may involve surviving an… Details
Are There Narcan Side Effects?Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 2, 2019Leave a commentIf you or someone you know has overdosed on opioids, you might know that Narcan can be a life-saving drug. Narcan, or naloxone, can quickly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. However, results are temporary and medical attention is necessary relatively quickly to prevent the overdose from continuing. You also have to deal with… Details
What is Narcotics Anonymous?Addiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 2, 2019Leave a commentAs part of addiction treatment, some addiction treatment centers make an effort to introduce patients to the 12 Steps of Recovery. The 12 Steps of Recovery serve as the core concepts for most of the 12 Step programs former addicts use to help with recovery. For people with an addiction to drugs, the applicable 12… Details
What Are Heroin Street Names I Should Know?Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 1, 2019Leave a commentThe illicit drug culture is a world unto itself. The residents of that world live in turmoil, constantly dealing with pain, sadness, and desperation. As part of the culture, people have their own rules and language. For decades now, heroin has been a favorite drug among the people we consider to be hard-core drugs users.… Details
Beating Drug Addiction for the Last TimeDrug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 1, 2019Leave a commentWouldn’t it be great if you could enter rehab with the knowledge that you’d be beating drug addiction forever? Of course, there’s no such promise. That said, there are some ways that you can fortify yourself against relapse. Interestingly, they have to do with treatment delivery. Modalities at Good-Quality Facilities Help You Understand the Reasons… Details
