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Methadone Side Effects

Addiction, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug Addiction, UncategorizedBy Beaches Recovery

For more than five decades, methadone has provided a reliable treatment for opiate addiction treatment. It helps chronic opiate users move beyond addiction. Those looking for an opiate addiction rehab center in Jacksonville, FL recovering addicts trust should explore methadone as a possible treatment during detox and long-term maintenance. However, it’s important to understand methadone side effects before…

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How to Increase Seratonin

Recovery, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

Serotonin is what many refer to as the “feel-good” chemical. Your brain releases it naturally during certain events and activities. When the chemical is released it makes you feel good. Certain drugs will force your body to overflow the release of serotonin, which is one reason why you feel so good while taking the drug.…

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Charlson Comorbidity Index

Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, dual diagnosis treatment, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

The Charlson comorbidity index gives patients with more than one comorbid condition a one-year mortality prediction. Examples of the broad range of comorbid conditions in which these apply are heart disease, AIDS, or cancer. In fact, there are a total of 22 conditions that are part of the Charlson comorbidity index. When you suspect that you may…

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Recreation Therapy Program

Holistic Treatment, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

When dealing with substance abuse, it’s important to try different types of treatment programs to ensure you have the best success in your journey to healing. Many people find a recreation therapy program a huge boost to their rehab regimen. Any type of experiential therapy will provide needed relaxation while at the same time opening…

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Symptoms Of Depression

Dual Diagnosis, Family Therapy, Mental Health, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

If you are feeling down most days of the week, you may wonder if depression is the cause. Understanding the symptoms of depression will help you identify if that is your problem. Depression can lead to additional problems for many people. Some people turn to drugs or alcohol when depression strikes. When this occurs, then co-occurring…

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What Is a Guided Self Help Program for Addiction?

UncategorizedBy Beaches Recovery

The journey to recovery from drug addiction or alcoholism is a personal one. The path you decide to take should reflect your values, goals, and desires. Some people prefer a 12-step element within their journey to healing, while others lean on group therapy. Other people want to bring together components from various programs to make…

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Medications Used in Detox

Detox, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug AddictionBy Beaches Recovery

The most difficult part of recovering from a substance abuse problem, addiction or alcoholism is detox. When you are physically addicted to drugs or alcohol, you experience painful, uncomfortable and potentially life-threatening withdrawal symptoms when you try to stop using. Drugs and alcohol cause different withdrawal symptoms but are serious enough to make it hard…

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What is the Purpose of Addiction Therapy

Addiction, Controlled Substances, CounselingBy Beaches Recovery

Addiction, alcoholism and other substance abuse disorders cause not only damaging consequences but also major changes to your brain chemistry. These changes impact your thought process, emotions and behaviors. Addiction is a chronic and progressive condition that continues to worsen until you receive help. The earlier addiction is treated, the more favorable recovery outcomes are.…

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Drugs Ruined My Life

Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches Recovery

Addiction is a chronic, destructive and progressive condition that can impair your judgment and change your brain chemistry. When you become addicted to drugs and alcohol, you may wonder, have drugs ruined my life? If so, it’s because addiction causes you to abuse drugs and alcohol despite experiencing negative consequences and having a strong desire…

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