The Most Severe Ativan Side EffectsDrug Addiction, dual diagnosis treatmentBy Beaches RecoveryMay 30, 2018Leave a commentAtivan has many important medical uses. Doctors will prescribe this medication to treat insomnia, epilepsy, irritable bowel syndrome and nausea caused by cancer treatments. That’s the good news. The drug also has a dark side because it’s highly addictive and people abuse it. The abuse comes in the form of patients using it in ways… Details
How to Treat Vicodin Abuse SymptomsDrug Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryMay 29, 2018Leave a commentDoctors typically prescribe Vicodin for moderate to severe pain relief. It contains a combination of the opiate hydrocodone and non-steroidal painkiller acetaminophen. Due to the presence of acetaminophen, people who get addicted to Vicodin strongly risk damaging their liver with excess doses. Vicodin abuse symptoms follow the pattern of other opiates with signs like mood… Details
Noticeable Signs of Addictive BehaviorAddiction, Dual DiagnosisBy Beaches RecoveryMay 28, 2018Leave a commentAddictive behavior is a hallmark of substance abuse. Rewarding and reinforcing leads to a behavior becoming addictive. In substance abuse, the reward of the high, and the possible relief of something uncomfortable reinforces the behavior. This reward and reinforcement help cement the psychological compulsion to use an addictive substance. Patterns of Addictive Behavior Research has… Details
Undeniable Psychological Dependence On DrugsDrug Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryMay 27, 2018Leave a commentWhen you use drugs, you experience some psychological changes. When you abuse drugs for an extended period, those changes can get more intense. If you continue to abuse drugs, you can develop a psychological dependence. When you’ve developed a psychological dependence on drugs, you’ll need help to transition into a life of sobriety. What Is… Details
Is There a Difference Between Addiction vs Dependence?Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryMay 26, 2018Leave a commentA big part of learning the truth about addiction is learning to understand addiction terminology. Even within the addiction treatment industry, there are questions about the difference between addiction vs dependence. Truthfully, the distinction between these two things is a bit confusing. Just the same, there is a difference. However, both definitions should lead to… Details
Unmistakable Signs of Drug WithdrawalDrug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryMay 23, 2018Leave a commentThere’s no denying that the longer a person lives with an addiction, the more health and mental issues they will face. As bad as the problems are while using, there are also some significant issues that come from trying to stop. We call these withdrawal symptoms. People should be aware that the signs of drug… Details
The Miserable Side Effects of Heroin UseDrug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryMay 22, 2018Leave a commentIt’s reasonable to question the sanity of any drug addict who is willing to suffer through side effects of substance abuse. Each substance has a unique set of possible side effects. Truthfully, the side effects from the use of most drugs would steer many potential users away. With that said, people lose control of their… Details
Avoid Chronic Alcohol AbuseAlcohol Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryMay 21, 2018Leave a commentShould you be concerned about binge or chronic drinking? The answer to that is an emphatic yes. While experts would not view all binge drinkers as alcoholics, chronic drinking is indeed a subset of alcoholism. Binge drinkers always seem to be just one more drink away from addiction. With that in mind, people should view… Details
What are the Drug Detox Benefits?Addiction, DetoxBy Beaches RecoveryMay 20, 2018Leave a commentAddiction is a scary disease. There’s nothing worse than feeling helpless. That’s how most addicts feel when they realize they have a problem. By the time they begin wanting help, their heads fill up with doubt and anxiety about getting treatment. The reality is addiction rehab treatment is scary but necessary. The toughest part might be… Details
Drug Rehab and Treatment for Anxiety DisorderDrug Addiction, Dual DiagnosisBy Beaches RecoveryMay 19, 2018Leave a commentYour search for the right addiction recovery center can be tricky. If you’re struggling with anxiety and substance abuse problems, that search can be even more challenging. There are recovery centers that offer treatment for anxiety disorder. If you’re struggling with substance abuse and anxiety, you need to find a treatment center that will help… Details
