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
Is There Life After Rehab?Addiction, Rehabilitation, Sober LivingBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 28, 2018Uncontrolled cycles of drug use often mark life before rehab. Although the decision to get clean makes people apprehension, the rehab experience may be a relief. It offers structure and support that you might not have in your daily environment. Life after rehab involves transitioning into a drug-free routine while maintaining the healthy practices that…Details
How to Pay for RehabAddiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 25, 2018It’s time to stop the habit. You’ve been thinking about it for a while. Do you know how to pay for rehab? It’s easier than you might imagine.Good-Quality Facilities Work with Health Insurance ProvidersExcellent facilities routinely enter into partnerships with governing organizations. Examples include NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and NAATP (National Association of…Details
