4 Benefits of Music Therapy for Drug and Alcohol AddictionAddiction, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Holistic Treatment, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryMarch 25, 2021There are numerous therapeutic approaches to helping individuals who struggle with substance use disorder (addiction to drugs or alcohol) heal and recover from the disease of addiction. Music therapy for drug and alcohol addiction is a powerful and impactful means of helping addicts deal with their emotions and feelings, while empowering them to break free…Details
Is Marijuana a Gateway Drug?Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug Addiction, Drug Information, Rehab Blog, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryMarch 23, 2021In the United States, more and more states are starting to legalize the use of marijuana. This plant has medicinal properties for people with certain ailments, but people also ask, “Is marijuana a gateway drug?” It’s not an uncommon question and has been present in most discussions about the usefulness and dangers of marijuana. Almost…Details
3 Benefits of Fitness Therapy for Drug and Alcohol AddictionDrug & Alcohol Rehab, Holistic Treatment, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryMarch 18, 2021As part of holistic treatment programs, Beaches Recovery of Jacksonville, FL provides recovering addicts with the opportunity of fitness therapy for drug & alcohol addiction. Fitness therapy is an evidence-based means of regaining health and wellness. Building strength, balance, coordination, stamina, and flexibility are all inherent in this form of therapy and other fitness elements…Details
What Type of Drug is Heroin?Addiction, Drug Addiction, Heroin Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryMarch 17, 2021If you’re concerned that one of your loved ones is using heroin, you may ask what type of drug is heroin, what effects it has, and how it can be treated. It’s important to know what type of drug this is to understand how serious addiction it can be. Fortunately, the experienced and compassionate team…Details
Different Addiction Treatment Modalities for RecoveryAddiction, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Recovery, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryMarch 10, 2021When you’re trying to choose the right addiction treatment center, you need to find one that provides a wide range of modalities within the facility. Each person who suffers from the disease of addiction has their own specific path that took him or her toward drugs or alcohol. So each person deserves to be treated…Details
The Most Abused Prescription DrugsAddiction, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug Addiction, Prescription DrugsBy Beaches RecoveryMarch 9, 2021One of America’s addiction issues comes from prescription medications, but many people don’t realize it. When most people think about drug addiction, they’re thinking about heroin, meth, and cocaine addictions. Today, more people are dying of overdoses from prescription drugs than heroin and cocaine combined. Some of the most prescribed drugs are also the most…Details
Different Types of Addiction That Need TreatmentAddiction, Controlled Substances, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryMarch 8, 2021In today’s society, we give some types of addiction a pass. For example, many people look at alcohol consumption or marijuana use in a passe manner. For many, these substances aren’t things to seriously worry about, even though they can be abused. Yet, this kind of attitude can lead an individual down a path to…Details
How to Help a Loved One With Drug AddictionAddiction, Addiction>Drug Addiction, Drug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryMarch 2, 2021Dealing with someone struggling with substance use disorder or addiction can be very confusing, frustrating, and heartbreaking. This is especially true of the person is a loved one. Learning how to help a drug addict who doesn’t want help can be daunting. Not being able to help a loved one get the treatment they need…Details
What Are Gateway Drugs?Addiction, Drug Addiction, Drug Information, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 25, 2021You’ve probably heard the term gateway drug before. But what are gateway drugs? Are they really as dangerous as many people would have you think?Below, we will answer the question, “What are gateway drugs.” We’ll also explore how you can get professional help for an addiction to gateway drugs or any type of illicit substance.What…Details
Is There a Definition of Sobriety?Alcohol Addiction, Recovery, Rehab Blog, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 24, 2021The goal of all addiction recovery is sobriety. Yet this can look different for each person as every individual in recovery has to determine their own path towards healing. So what is the definition of sobriety? Many people think sobriety means total abstinence from using drugs or alcohol. Others believe in control and moderation. Because…Details