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What Are The 5 Most Addictive Substances in US? [Infographic]

Addiction, Addiction>Alcohol Addiction, Addiction>Drug Addiction, InfographicBy Beaches Recovery

Addiction is an illness. Like any disease, addiction is complex. It has multiple aspects. For example, it is possible to be addicted to behaviors like exercise or even eating foods with a lot of sugar. These represent the mental or emotional aspects of addiction. Yet, when many of us consider addiction, we tend to mean…

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The Link Between Mental Health and Substance Abuse is Strong

Addiction, dual diagnosis treatment, Mental Health, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Treating substance abuse is a difficult task because mental health issues typically accompany it. Mental health and substance abuse affect each other in several ways. In the field of addiction, experts call this dual diagnosis. At Beaches Recovery, we understand the unique connection between mental health and substance abuse. Often, individuals begin abusing drugs or…

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Mental Wellness Month

Addiction, Counseling, Dual DiagnosisBy Beaches Recovery

Addiction 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…

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7 Myths About Addiction

Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

Overcoming substance abuse is a fierce struggle. It’s possible, of course, to get treatment and heal from the disease of addiction through professional support. But society has a way of discouraging people who’re trying to reach out for help. The social stigma around the disease of addiction often keeps individuals away from looking for help.…

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How Long Does THC Stay in Your Urine?

Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches Recovery

Many people think that marijuana is not addictive, mainly since it is legal to use in some places. However, if you start needing it to feel normal, you might have developed an addiction. If using marijuana starts to affect other aspects of your life. For instance, some jobs require random drug screening and drug testing.…

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Dangers of Alcohol Withdrawal

Alcohol Addiction, Detox, Recovery, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

In recent years, nearly one-quarter of the entire nation has admitted to engaging in binge drinking within the last month. This type of behavior often develops because of how readily available alcohol is throughout society. When someone attempts to stop drinking after they’ve abused alcohol, they may dislike withdrawal symptoms so much that they begin…

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How to Fight Drug Cravings

Addiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches Recovery

When someone is struggling with drug or alcohol abuse, it can be not easy to imagine a path forward without the substance. Can you envision yourself living sober? With the help of a good-quality rehab facility, it’s possible. The addiction treatment programs at Beaches Recovery offer a broad range of therapeutic services to help individuals…

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How to Pick the Best Florida Detox Centers

Addiction, DetoxBy Beaches Recovery

If you or a loved one is struggling with drug or alcohol abuse, getting treatment should be a top concern. Finding the best Florida detox centers for your addiction recovery proves difficult. With so many to choose from, how do you make your best choice? What can you look for to find the detox best…

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