Five Common Addiction TriggersAddiction, Recovery, Relapse PreventionBy Beaches RecoveryJune 24, 2019During recovery, triggers can cause relapses. Common addiction triggers are environments, situations, emotions, and people that can cause you to experience cravings and potentially relapse. Whether you receive treatment at an outpatient or inpatient treatment center, common addiction triggers still put you at risk for relapsing following discharge. Everyone has unique triggers, but common addiction triggers… Details
The Dangers of Vaping MarijuanaDrug Addiction, Drug Information, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryJune 23, 2019Marijuana is one of the most widely used recreational drugs in the United States. While recreational marijuana use is relatively common, the risks with marijuana use have increased in recent years as purity has risen substantially. THC is the primary psychoactive ingredient in marijuana, which is responsible for its mind-altering effects. Over the past decade,… Details
What is Chronic Relapse?Addiction, Relapse, Relapse PreventionBy Beaches RecoveryJune 22, 2019During recovery from addiction, relapse is always a risk. Relapse happens after you begin using and abusing drugs or alcohol after you have achieved short-term or long-term sobriety. Chronic relapse is also a potential complication during recovery. However, what is a chronic relapse? During recovery, nearly half of people experience a relapse. Relapses can vary… Details
What are Dissociative Drugs?Controlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches RecoveryJune 21, 2019What are dissociative drugs? Simply put, dissociative drugs are mind-altering substances that create hallucinogenic effects and can significantly distort your perception of reality. What makes them so prone to abuse is how widely available they are. In fact, many over the counter medications, like cough syrup, are classified as dissociative drugs. Although cough syrup is… Details
The Patterns of Drug UseControlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches RecoveryJune 20, 2019With addiction and overdoses reaching epidemic levels in the United States, you may wonder what the patterns of drug use are. Identifying the patterns of drug use can help you figure out if a loved one is potentially abusing drugs, which is the first step in helping your loved one find help. Patterns of drug… Details
How to Stop Drinking on the JobAlcohol Addiction, Drug Information, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryJune 19, 2019Millions of Americans struggle with substance abuse issues and alcoholism every year. Alcohol is especially prone to abuse because of its widespread availability and strong presence on college campuses, sporting events and night clubs. While many people are able to control their drinking, alcohol remains highly addictive, which can lead to drinking on the job.… Details
How to Define AlcoholismAlcohol Addiction, Drug Information, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryJune 18, 2019Alcoholism and addiction issues impact people from all walks of life. While many people are able to control their drinking, some people develop alcoholism. If you are wondering how to define alcoholism, alcoholism is a physical or psychological dependence on alcohol. You may be unable to function without drinking or incapable of controlling your alcohol… Details
The Difference Between Molly and EcstasyControlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches RecoveryJune 17, 2019Molly and ecstasy are both party drugs common during raves and music festivals. MDMA was initially created as a potential treatment for depression because of its effectiveness in elevating mood. However, it quickly became abused as a designer drug and was especially popular among people who attended raves and parties. Because of its widespread abuse… Details
What Effects Can Alcoholism Have on a Family?Alcohol Addiction, Drug Information, Family TherapyBy Beaches RecoveryJune 16, 2019If you or a loved one is struggling to control their drinking, you may be wondering what effects can alcoholism have on a family? Alcoholism, unfortunately, impacts not only the addict but also their loved ones, family, and friends. To fully understand what effects alcoholism can have on a family, it’s important to remember that… Details
How Addiction Affects the BrainAddiction, Drug Information, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryJune 15, 2019Leave a comment Addiction to drugs or alcohol is a particularly tricky disease to overcome. Not only does it cause a host of physical effects on the user but how addiction affects the brain is what makes it so destructive. When someone takes a substance such as drugs or alcohol they are altering the chemical composition of… Details
