Mental Wellness MonthAddiction, Counseling, Dual DiagnosisBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 1, 2019Leave a commentAddiction is a complicated disease. It affects many aspects of life for both the addict and the loved ones around them. While drug addiction takes us all into a negative environment, there are still active groups trying to keep things positive. As such, the International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP) offers up a full calendar… Details
Choosing from Types of Outpatient Rehab ProgramsAddiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 31, 2018Leave a commentThere are various ways of kicking a drug or alcohol habit. It doesn’t always have to be in a residential rehab setting. What are the different types of outpatient rehab programs? Most importantly, who’s a good candidate to participate in them? You Want to Get Sober but Can’t Take Time off Work There are a… Details
Identify Signs of Teen Drug AbuseAddiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 30, 2018Leave a commentTeen years are volatile. Puberty and peer relationship pressures make it difficult to navigate this time of life. When you add the possibility of substance abuse and addiction, additional stress comes into play. Would you be able to pinpoint the signs of teen drug abuse? The Slippery Slope of Substance Abuse for Teens Teens and… Details
National Impaired Driving Prevention MonthAddiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 30, 2018Leave a commentImpaired driving has long been a big problem in America. No matter what laws are on the books, millions of people every year ignore them and get behind the wheel either drunk or high. The end result of this drinking problem is thousands of innocent bystanders losing their lives each year in auto accidents. National… Details
Look for First Night Activities in Your TownAddiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 29, 2018Leave a commentOne of your biggest fears in gaining sobriety is maintaining healthy recovery, even during the holidays. But the good news is your local area offers sober living celebration options for enjoying major holidays such as New Year’s Eve. You can enjoy New Year’s Eve or First Night celebrations in a new life of sobriety, even… Details
Sober New Years Eve IdeasRecovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 28, 2018Leave a commentIn the past, you watched the ball drop with a drink in your hand. This year’s going to be different. Because you’ve decided to make a lifestyle change, you need sober New Years Eve ideas. Here’s how to make it through a day which traditionally involves alcohol, without drinking. Gauge Your Readiness to be around… Details
Best Type of Drug Rehab Programs for Young AdultsCounseling, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 27, 2018Leave a commentToday, rates of substance use among young adults age 18 to 30 are climbing. In fact, the Monitoring the Future Project stated that 50 percent of high school seniors have experimented with illegal drugs. By and large, the most abused drugs include marijuana, opioids, heroin, cocaine, and hallucinogens. In addition, peer pressure at parties has… Details
What Does Heroin Withdrawal Feel Like?Drug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 26, 2018Leave a commentUsually, fear of the unknown holds heroin addicts back from getting help. For instance, people wonder what addiction rehab involves. Similarly, they question how long heroin treatment lasts. Also, heroin users worry whether they’ll be judged or unable to stick with sobriety. However, the biggest issue on most minds is what does heroin withdrawal feel… Details
The Danger of Mixing Benzos and AlcoholAlcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 25, 2018Leave a commentBenzodiazepines, or benzos, are strong tranquilizers designed to calm the central nervous system. Namely, they’re anti-anxiety medications like Xanax, Valium, Ativan, and Halcion. Thus, benzos are popular to soothe stress and also, off-label, to experience surges of pleasure. In fact, National Public Radio reported that benzo prescriptions have risen by 5.4 million since 1999. Unfortunately,… Details
Looking at the Types of Mood DisordersAddiction, Dual DiagnosisBy Beaches RecoveryDecember 24, 2018Leave a commentWhile everyone feels sad sometimes, if you find yourself struggling with extended periods of sadness, irritability or depression, you might be suffering from one of the types of mood disorders. This might have developed as a result of your abuse of drugs or alcohol. Or, you might have started abusing substances as a way to… Details
