What is lean drink?

What is Lean Drink?

Drug Information, Recovery, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

The legal and illicit substances people use to experience a high are ever-changing. New combinations and more purified forms of drugs can be confusing to keep track of. One such combination of drugs is a drink called Lean. You may have heard the term and wondered, “What is lean drink?” Do you know someone who…

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Adderall vs. Ritalin

What’s the Difference Between Adderall vs. Ritalin?

Addiction, Controlled Substances, Prescription DrugsBy Beaches Recovery

Understanding the difference between similar prescriptions drugs can be a challenge. It becomes even more daunting but necessary to understand how or why certain prescription drugs may be abused, misused, or cause dependency. Adderall and Ritalin are both critical prescription medications. Doctors prescribe both of these medications to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in…

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MDMA to lose weight

Why You Shouldn’t Use MDMA to Lose Weight

Addiction, Drug Addiction, Drug Information, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

MDMA or Methylenedioxymethamphetamine is more commonly known as Ecstasy. Primarily, Ecstasy is used as a party or recreational drug. Its effects almost instantly cause euphoria and overall heightened senses. Using MDMA to lose weight is another common practice.In fact, Ecstasy was originally developed as a weight loss aid. Today, even though it is mainly used…

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What is methadone?

What Is Methadone and How Is It Used?

Detox, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches Recovery

Methadone has been around for decades. Its original use was to treat severe pain. However, in the last several decades, physicians have used it to treat people who are withdrawing from heroin or other narcotic drugs. What is methadone? It is a powerful opioid medication that has the ability to help those through the drug…

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Woman going through gabapentine addiction symptoms

What are Gabapentin Addiction Symptoms?

Drug Addiction, Drug Information, RelapseBy Beaches Recovery

Addiction rates are reaching record levels in the United States, and opiate abuse have resulted in a public health emergency. Overdoses are the leading cause of accidental death in the United States, making addiction more dangerous than ever. Gabapentin, a common medication used to treat seizures and opiate withdrawal symptoms, is becoming more widely abused.…

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Woman wondering does depression ever go away

Does Depression Ever Go Away?

Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, RecoveryBy Beaches Recovery

Depression is one of the most common and well-known mental health disorders in the country. While everyone experiences sadness and depleted moods, for those with this severe mental health disorder, prolonged periods of severe sadness can make it difficult to function. Many people struggling with depression ask themselves does depression ever go away. While symptoms…

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a woman in bed wondering can you die from cocaine withdrawal

Can You Die From Cocaine Withdrawal?

Addiction, Addiction>Drug Addiction, Drug & Alcohol RehabBy Beaches Recovery

If you or someone you love is struggling through the pains of cocaine withdrawal, it’s normal to wonder, “Can cocaine withdrawal kill you?” If you’re struggling through the sweating, intense cravings associated with cocaine withdrawal, you’re not alone. In the very worst of withdrawals, you may even feel suicidal or have other thoughts of harming…

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woman holding forehead getting dope sick

What are the Signs of Being Dope Sick?

Drug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

When dealing with substance addiction, it’s important to learn the terminology. It’s not uncommon for people to refer to certain drugs or conditions in some different ways. For instance, marijuana goes by several different street names—weed, pot, bud and Mary Jane. Dope sick is a term that has been around for years. People may not…

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