Types of Addictions Aren’t Limited to DrugsAddiction, Drug Information, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJune 29, 2020When 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…Details
Is Addiction a Disease or Not?Addiction, Alcohol, Drug Information, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJune 24, 2020When 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…Details
How to Live With an AlcoholicAlcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJune 22, 2020While 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.…Details
Executive Drug Detox Programs to Help Your Loved OneAddiction, Controlled Substances, Detox, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug AddictionBy Beaches RecoveryJune 19, 2020For 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.…Details
Alcoholism and Depression Go Hand-in-HandAlcohol Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJune 18, 2020If you’ve ever wondered why some people in recovery refer to their alcohol abuse as a self-medicating practice, consider the link between alcoholism and depression. It is a bit of a push-me-pull-me relationship. In some cases, it is unclear whether the depression came before or after the alcohol use disorder. That said, a dual diagnosis…Details
What are the Benefits of Art Therapy for Addiction?Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Holistic Treatment, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryJune 17, 2020Art helps individuals spiritually develop as part of engaging in creative production and contemplating works of art. Even during drug and alcohol rehab, we can see the benefits of art therapy for addiction. It gives us a healthy way to express our feelings and emotions without turning to drugs or alcohol.Art therapy for addiction isn’t…Details
Stages of Addiction RecoveryAddiction, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJune 15, 2020Like 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…Details
Problem Drinkers Should Recognize the Stages of AlcoholismAlcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJune 10, 2020When you were in your teens, you’d take a look at a person passed out drunk, and you’d figure he had partied. As you got older and shifted your focus to building a career, you’d see a person passed out and figured he was an alcoholic. Now, you might realize that you’re in need of…Details
How to Detox from AlcoholAlcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Detox, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJune 9, 2020Have you unsuccessfully tried to stop abusing alcohol? Do you want to get sober, but always get pulled back into the cycle of abuse when the withdrawal symptoms appear? The symptoms of alcohol withdrawal can be quite challenging to overcome. Once you know how to detox from alcohol in a safe and effective manner, you…Details
Is Alcoholism Hereditary?Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJune 8, 2020Many people wonder, “Is alcoholism hereditary?” Like many other health conditions, such as diabetes and depression, alcoholism does not have just one cause. Genes passed down from parents to children play a role, but this is only part of the story.If you’ve had a parent with alcohol use disorder and are exhibiting symptoms yourself, reach…Details
