Can You Overdose on Xanax?Drug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 3, 2017Leave a commentCan you overdose on Xanax? is a question that often comes up because Xanax is a medication that’s prescribed regularly. Doctors around the country prescribe this medication for people who struggle with anxiety. The problem is that many people also fake anxiety symptoms to obtain the medication just to get high. Others do this so… Details
Can You Die From Opiate Withdrawal?Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 1, 2017Leave a commentLaw enforcement across the country report that more people are using opiates such as heroin and prescription pain pills. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that tens of thousands of people died from opioid overdose in 2015. Along with that, more people are suffering from withdrawal when they try to quit using. This… Details
What is Behavioral Health?Dual Diagnosis, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 31, 2017Leave a commentWhat is behavioral health? The term is often interchangeable with the term “mental health” and is synonymous with treating, preventing, and alleviating complaints such as depression, anxiety and substance abuse. Simply put, it’s the practice of taking care of the mind. What Is Behavioral Health And What Types Are Available? The broad answer to “What… Details
What Is An Alcoholic?Alcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 29, 2017Leave a commentTherapists refer to someone struggling with alcohol dependence as suffering from an alcohol use disorder. So then, what is an alcoholic? In the vernacular, people refer to those who drink to excess repeatedly as alcoholics. Are they the same thing? Alcoholism as a Disease The “man on the street” definition of what is an alcoholic… Details
Deadly Heroin [Infographic]Drug Addiction, InfographicBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 27, 2017Leave a commentEvery year, thousands of Americans die from drug overdoses. While there are many drugs that can lead to fatalities, heroin deaths per year are among the most problematic. Take a closer look at just how many lives are lost each year as a result of heroin addiction and overdose. Heroin Overdose Fatalities Sextupled In a… Details
The Physical & Mental Benefits of Quitting AlcoholAlcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 26, 2017Leave a comment Has your drinking gradually grown out of control? Do you find it a challenge to limit how much or how often you drink, even though friends and family members have expressed concern that you might have a problem? Alcoholism is a disease, not a choice. But it is your decision whether you will continue to… Details
Passed Out Drunk AgainAlcohol Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 24, 2017Leave a commentAre you one of the millions of Americans currently living with a drinking problem? Did you recently swear to quit drinking, only to find yourself passed out drunk again a few days later? If you find it difficult, maybe even impossible, to limit how much or how often you consume alcohol, it may be time… Details
Is Drug Addiction a Disease?Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 20, 2017Leave a comment“ Is drug addiction a disease ?” is a question that many people ask if they are suffering with addiction. There are a lot of opinions about addiction, and unfortunately this is what keeps the stigma of drug addiction alive. For most people, drinking or using drugs recreationally isn’t a problem. Each person has free… Details
How to Tell If Someone Is HighDrug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 18, 2017Leave a commentHow to tell if someone is high can be very difficult for a multitude of reasons. Sometimes the signs of substance abuse are very subtle. Addiction is a progressive disease. If your child, spouse or loved one is abusing substances, you want to be able to catch it as soon as possible. On the other… Details
How to Stop AddictionAddiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 16, 2017Leave a comment A substance abuse problem can happen at any age. Teens or seniors, young adults or middle-aged empty nesters, anyone may suffer from addiction. That said, anyone can also learn how to stop addiction. Do you know the steps to take? Can You Figure out How to Stop Addiction at Home? Consider that an uncontrollable craving… Details
