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What Causes Alcoholism?

Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Alcoholism is another name for alcohol use disorder. This condition begins when you drink too much and your body starts to rely upon having alcohol to function each day. When you start to suffer from the symptoms of alcohol abuse, drinking rules your entire life. But what causes alcoholism and how can you stop drinking?What…

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Alcohol Detox At Home Not a Great Idea

Alcohol Addiction, Detox, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Do you know that you need help with a drinking problem? Are you considering attempting to self-detox at home? We applaud you for recognizing that you need to get sober. However, we also want you to know that the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal can be uncomfortable and sometimes dangerous. Therefore, self alcohol detox at home…

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Types of Addictions Aren’t Limited to Drugs

Addiction, Drug Information, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

When you hear that someone is suffering from addiction, your first thought is likely that they are addicted to drugs or alcohol. This may be true. But drugs and alcohol are not the only types of addictions that plague people today. They are simply the most commonly experienced forms.Types of AddictionsPeople struggling with drug and…

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Is Addiction a Disease or Not?

Addiction, Alcohol, Drug Information, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

When beginning the recovery process, one of the things those struggling with addiction first wonder is the question, is addiction a disease? While there are some people who continue to say that willpower and quitting cold turkey are the only options, the real answer is that addiction is a complex disease. It affects the mind…

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How to Live With an Alcoholic

Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

While alcoholism can be difficult for the individual, families are equally affected by the addicted family member’s behaviors. Learning how to live with an alcoholic can be emotionally and physically draining. The alcoholic may try to hide the extent of their alcohol abuse, and they can cause psychological damage to the loved ones around them.…

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Executive Drug Detox Programs to Help Your Loved One

Addiction, Controlled Substances, Detox, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug AddictionBy Beaches Recovery

For many business executives, it may be more difficult to realize there’s a problem with alcohol or drugs. The challenge stems from the effectiveness of addiction to cause individuals to rationalize their actions. Many successful business people ultimately think their drug use is completely manageable because they continue to make money and pay their bills.…

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Stages of Addiction Recovery

Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Like millions of others who are in need of professional rehab for a drug or alcohol addiction, you may be doubting if the process can work for you. After all, addiction is an individual disease that is experienced differently by everyone it touches. However, if the stages of addiction recovery are treated with an equally…

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