Common Drug Detox MedicationsAddiction, DetoxBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 3, 2018You’re ready to face your chemical dependence head on. The first step is detox. You’ve heard of a medication-assisted process. What are some common drug detox medications, and how do they work?Medical Detox Offers a Safe, Pain-Free ExperienceOne of the biggest fears people have when checking into detox is the pain. They know the uncomfortable…Details
ADHD Awareness MonthDrug Addiction, dual diagnosis treatmentBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 1, 2018ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is the most common behavioral disorder for children today. But many children never gain a correct diagnosis. This means they continue through adulthood fighting their symptoms without the help they need. It also means ADHD Awareness Month can play a significant role in helping people recover from both ADHD symptoms…Details
Ideas for Maintaining SobrietyAddiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 29, 2018Admittedly, it feels good to walk out of rehab with the “monkey off your back.” Still, you have to realize your recovery is in its infancy. The battle for sobriety lasts for as long as you live. Why? There is no cure for addiction. However, you can arrest it and lay it to sleep forever.…Details
Are Hallucinogens Addictive?Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 28, 2018Drug users have been using hallucinogens for decades. In the 1960s and 70s, LSD, PCP, and Peyote were particularly popular. Other hallucinogens include substances like DMT (N, N-Dimethyltryptamine), Psilocybin (mushrooms) and Ketamine (Special K). Users typically take these types of substances as a way to escape or detach from reality. As one might expect, the…Details
Recognizing Recovery Relapse TriggersAddiction, Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 26, 2018Addiction is a chronic disease. Therefore, it doesn’t have a cure. Although it responds well to treatment, there’s the possibility of a relapse. Do you know how to recognize and diffuse your relapse triggers?Understanding What a Relapse Is and Isn’tA relapse in addiction treatment refers to your return to using. You got clean, but at…Details
Grief and Loss Counseling Included in Addiction TreatmentAddiction, Counseling, Mental Health, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 23, 2018Can you trace some of your drug or alcohol abuse to a loss in your life? In rehab, grief and loss counseling is a vital component of clinical care. What is loss? More importantly, how can learning how to deal with it help you to overcome an addiction?Defining LossMost people considering grief and loss counseling…Details
Levels of BAC EffectsAlcohol Addiction, Law EnforcementBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 22, 2018When police stop suspected drunk drivers, they usually want to administer a breathalyzer to determine the driver’s blood alcohol level (BAC). It’s a reasonable request and often a requirement of local laws. The strange thing is very few people actually understand the results, which police offer as their BAC. For a better understanding of the…Details
Addiction and Amphetamine vs MethamphetamineDrug Addiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 21, 2018Addiction is a chronic disease of the brain. Symptoms include an inability to control reactions to cravings. In the amphetamine vs methamphetamine debate, the possibility of addiction is a significant factor. Here’s what you need to know.Amphetamine vs Methamphetamine–Differences and SimilaritiesSome prescription medications contain amphetamines. These chemicals boost your metabolism and can assist with weight…Details
Recognize Inhalant Drug EffectsAddiction, Teen/Young AdultBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 20, 2018For decades now, America has been living with a dirty little secret. The youth of America continues to abuse inhalants. We are talking about inhaling products such as volatile solvents like glue, fuels, nitrous-oxide, alkyl nitrates, and aerosols. The only explanation for someone sniffing these types of substances is wanting to get “high” at bargain…Details
How Does Behavioral Therapy Aid Addiction Treatment?Counseling, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 20, 2018Behavioral therapies help many people improve their lives, particularly during addiction rehab. Do you know the key types of behavioral therapies? DBT, EMDR, and other important rehab therapy terms sound like an alphabet soup. But the changes they bring to your life make a significant impact on your future.About Behavioral TherapyDBT and EMDR are among…Details
