Anger and Addiction RecoveryAddiction, CounselingBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 12, 2018Leave a commentEveryone feels angry at times, although some people are angry much more often than others. Anger itself isn’t the problem since it’s a natural emotion. Problems can arise from how a person chooses to express anger. When someone doesn’t have healthy outlets for negative emotions, they may turn to unhealthy habits, such as drug and… Details
Is Rapid Opioid Detox Safe?Detox, Drug AddictionBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 11, 2018Leave a commentTo know the answer to “Is rapid opioid detox safe?” you first have to understand what rapid opioid detox entails. When you’re fighting addiction, it’s natural to want to reach recovery as quickly as possible. You want to be healthy and happy, and you know that drug and alcohol abuse are obstacles to that. However,… Details
How to Deal With Dating Someone in Drug Addiction RecoveryAddiction, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 10, 2018Leave a commentAre you dating someone in drug addiction recovery? Were you there during the bad times? Most importantly, are you sober, too? Here are some thoughts on how to maintain your relationship. Dating Someone in Drug Addiction Recovery Brings Challenges You suddenly feel guilty every time you think of having a drink. Rather than enjoying a… Details
Chilling Teenage Drunk Driving StatisticsAlcohol Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 9, 2018Leave a commentGetting a driver’s license was a proud day. Suddenly, a whole new world opened up to your teen. Now, they may become part of the teenage drunk driving statistics. What’s your next move? Understanding What Teenage Drunk Driving Statistics Reveal The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explain that about ten percent of teens drink… Details
How Long Do Delirium Tremens Last?Alcohol Addiction, DetoxBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 8, 2018Leave a commentWhen you break free from alcohol addiction, there can be withdrawal symptoms along the way. One symptom is known as DTs, or delirium tremens. As one of the most worrying symptoms of withdrawal, DTs receive a lot of attention. Take a closer look at what the DTs really are and get the answer to the… Details
Do I Drink Too Much?Alcohol Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 7, 2018Leave a commentPeople like to believe that determining if someone is an alcoholic is subjective. Unfortunately, that’s far from reality. Over the years, the addiction treatment community has been able to come up with some substantial criteria for measuring alcoholism. Even Alcoholics Anonymous has 20 questions that are pretty good at exposing potential drinking problems. If you… Details
Recognizing Signs of Employee Drug UseDrug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 6, 2018Leave a commentIn the business world, the employee base is usually a company’s most important asset. When even a single employee is struggling with addiction, it can have a profound effect on how the organization functions. It should go without saying that nonfunctional assets will eventually cost a company money and time. For that reason alone, you… Details
Dangers of InhalantsAddiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 5, 2018Leave a commentSniffing glue or inhaling the fumes from an aerosol can might not sound dangerous. That’s the argument millions of people have used to justify such behavior. After all, how dangerous can a substance be if kids can buy it at any local convenience store? The real answer to that question is–extremely dangerous. People have abused… Details
Notice Drug Relapse Warning SignsRecovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 4, 2018Leave a commentIt takes a lot of hard work to get through addiction treatment on the way to a lasting recovery. Unfortunately, recovery is not something that exists in a vacuum. It requires diligence on the part of those recovering over their lifetime. Why do so many people relapse at least once? The answer to this question… Details
How Does Music Therapy in Addiction Recovery Work?Addiction, Holistic TreatmentBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 3, 2018Leave a commentMusic has a powerful effect on you. In religious rites, it sets the tone for an event. At a party, it provides the backdrop for festivities. Is it any wonder that music therapy in addiction recovery is an excellent tool for healing? Music Relaxes and Inspires It doesn’t matter if you make the music or… Details
