The Real Story Behind Drunk Driving Deaths [Infographic]Alcohol Addiction, InfographicBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 15, 2018Statistics Surrounding Drunk Driving Deaths Prove That It Isn’t a Victimless CrimeDrunk driving isn’t something that affects only other people. It puts you and your loved ones at risk, too. Whether you’re the person driving under the influence or the other motorist, your life changes forever. This is particularly true if it costs the life…Details
Will OxyContin Effects Make Me Sick?Drug Addiction, Prescription DrugsBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 13, 2018OxyContin might have offered relief after an accident or injury. But with time, you began to get dependent on it. Relief changed to need, and you found yourself feeling as if you were losing control of when you needed it. This scenario is a familiar road for many who have traveled from prescription painkiller use…Details
What is Alprazolam?Addiction, Prescription DrugsBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 10, 2018The biggest addiction news in the media today focuses on opioids. But another drug, benzodiazepines, deserves its place in the addiction hall of fame. That is alprazolam, a highly addictive benzo also called Xanax. But what is alprazolam and why should family members and other loved ones feel concerned when someone uses this drug?Over 15…Details
Medication Assisted TreatmentDetox, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 7, 2018There are many facets of addiction treatment that warrant explanation. After all, the entire treatment process is unknown to a lot of people. With that said, we want to address something that one might consider confusing. That is the use of drugs to combat drug addiction. That’s correct. Sometimes, doctors and medical staff have to…Details
What is Black Tar Heroin?Drug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 6, 2018When most people think of heroin, they picture the white powdered form of the drug. However, many of the men and women in the United States who abuse and are addicted to heroin use a type of the drug called black tar heroin. What is black tar heroin? Find out more about what it is,…Details
Binge Drinking on College Campuses Reaches All-Time HighAlcohol Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 5, 2018School is finally out for summer, but it’s never too early to warn about the dangers of binge drinking on college campuses. Binge drinking is the excessive intake of alcohol over short time periods. The typical binge involves gulping down three to five drinks in around two hours. Therefore, young adults become impaired with blood…Details
What are Benzos?Drug Addiction, Prescription DrugsBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 4, 2018The pharmaceutical industry has packed drugstore shelves with drugs that provide a lot of benefits. Unfortunately, some of those drugs have become favorite targets for drugs abusers. One such class of prescription medications would be benzos or benzodiazepines. While these drugs are useful in the treatment of several medical conditions, they also have properties that…Details
Can You Die from Alcohol Withdrawal?Alcohol Addiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 2, 2018Deciding to stop drinking is a step in the right direction. However, it’s not always an easy thing to do. First, the alcoholic has to come to terms with their illness. Then they have to find somewhere they can get help. Help is vitally important because “drying out” on one’s own is very dangerous. People…Details
What is Carfentanil?Drug Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 31, 2018Now and then, a new illicit substance appears on the streets. It seems that illegal drug manufacturers never tire of trying to invent new ways to hurt people. In recent years, a horrifying new substance has arrived on the drug scene. This drug is so terrible that some experts compare it to nerve gas, a…Details
Worried about the Stigma of Drug Addiction?Addiction, CounselingBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 29, 2018Getting treatment for a substance abuse disorder is only one facet of the recovery process. Even after you stop using drugs and develop healthy ways to cope with stress, intense emotions, and temptations, you might be affected by the stigma of drug addiction. Unfortunately, stigma can impair your self-esteem, relationships, and mental health. Many people…Details
