group of people in DUI classes in Florida

How to Find DUI Classes in Florida

Alcohol Addiction, Counseling, Law EnforcementBy Beaches Recovery

Many people experience a DUI. At first, you’ll feel incredibly embarrassed. Then, the reality of what you just did will settle in and you’ll realize that you now need to face the consequences of your actions. However, even the Florida government realizes that everyone is prone to making mistakes, which is why the fresh start…

Details
bald man wondering how to cope with grief in recovery

How to Cope With Grief in Recovery

Counseling, Dual Diagnosis, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

Grief never comes at a convenient time. Most associate grief with the loss of a friend or a loved one, but it can also come after a job layoff, a child going off to college, your closest friend moving across the country, or from losing an addiction. While certainly less common, grief during recovery does…

Details
a doctor reassures a family member that there are many qualified drug rehabs in florida

What Makes Drug Rehabs in Florida Different

Addiction, Holistic Treatment, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

Drug addiction is a crisis affecting every area of our country. Florida is no exception. In fact, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, Florida has a higher rate of overdose deaths than the national average. Another startling statistic is that Florida has seen a sharp increase in drug-related deaths in the past several…

Details
a woman holds a pill on her tongue thinking about the long term effects of xanax

Long Term Effects of Xanax Abuse

Controlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches Recovery

Xanax belongs to the class of medications called benzodiazepines, which are used for anxiety and panic disorders. People prescribed this medication usually struggle with chronic anxiety issues. Xanax works well for people struggling with anxiety because it is fast-acting. It calms the anxious person within minutes, which makes it a desirable medication for those suffering.…

Details
a person holds an empty beer bottle thinking about beating alcohol addiction

Beating Alcohol Addiction: One Step at a Time

Alcohol Addiction, Recovery, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

In the United States, approximately 15 million people ages 18 and older have alcohol use disorder (AUD). In addition, an estimated 88,000 people die from alcohol-related causes annually. These facts, from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, are startling and disheartening. This causes many people to question what the answer to beating alcohol…

Details
a woman smiles next to a horse thinking about the benefits of equine therapy

What Are the Benefits of Equine Therapy?

Holistic Treatment, Recovery, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

People have been using animal-assisted therapy for many years. In fact, the history of animal therapy dates back to 600 B.C. by the ancient Greeks. The benefits of equine therapy are still evident today in many areas. For those who are suffering from drug addiction, equine assisted therapy is a powerful tool that aids in…

Details
a person reaching for a drink is not thinking about what is drunkorexia

What is Drunkorexia?

Addiction, Alcohol Addiction, Controlled SubstancesBy Beaches Recovery

In the United States, every year approximately 88,000 thousand people die due to excessive alcohol use. Alcohol-related deaths rose 35% from 2007 to 2017, and most of the increase was among women. Another issue that we’re seeing more prevalently among women is a new phenomenon known as drunkorexia. This condition is relatively new, but its…

Details
a person pours a drink ignoring Alcohol Awareness Month

April is Alcohol Awareness Month

Alcohol Addiction, Drug Information, NewsBy Beaches Recovery

Did you know that according to a study by JAMA Psychiatry, the rate of alcoholism dramatically increased by 49% during the first decade of the 2000s? During April, which is Alcohol Awareness Month, it is a good time to educate yourself about the risks, consequences, and treatment of alcohol addiction.Alcohol addiction knows no boundaries and…

Details