Self Medication for Depression

Are You Self Medicating Depression?

Addiction, Depression, dual diagnosis treatmentBy Beaches Recovery

Depression is a very personal condition. People who don’t suffer from a depressive illness have difficulty understanding just how debilitating it can be. For those who do suffer from depression, there’s always a sense of darkness and desperation. Unfortunately, many people who suffer from this mental health condition may begin self-medicating depression. It’s no secret…

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Qualities of the Best Rehab Centers for Men

Addiction, Rehabilitation, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

If you have never been to rehab, you may not know that each treatment facility is different. They differ in the way they operate and deliver addiction treatment services. Nevertheless, the idea that you’re ready to seek help is encouraging. If you are a man who is reluctant to pursue treatment in a coed environment,…

an example of Vyvanse

Vyvanse vs. Adderall

Controlled Substances, Drug Addiction, Drug InformationBy Beaches Recovery

Many of the ordinary aspects of daily life can be anything but dealing with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) its different. Those with this condition have to work harder to focus and interact with the world around them than those without the condition. This makes an ADHD routine anything but ordinary. Fortunately, there have been…

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How Long Does THC Stay in Your Urine?

Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches Recovery

Many people think that marijuana is not addictive, mainly since it is legal to use in some places. However, if you start needing it to feel normal, you might have developed an addiction. If using marijuana starts to affect other aspects of your life. For instance, some jobs require random drug screening and drug testing.…

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How to Overcome Addiction

Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Learning how to overcome addiction is not easy, but it can be done. Many people develop an addiction after casual drinking turns to abuse, recreational drug use, or long-term prescription misuse. Over time, recreational use transforms into an addiction. Once the individual realizes that they have a problem, help is available at addiction treatment centers…

doctor explains to patient the charlson comorbidity index

Charlson Comorbidity Index

Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, dual diagnosis treatment, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

The Charlson comorbidity index gives patients with more than one comorbid condition a one-year mortality prediction. Examples of the broad range of comorbid conditions in which these apply are heart disease, AIDS, or cancer. In fact, there are a total of 22 conditions that are part of the Charlson comorbidity index. When you suspect that you may…

detox vs rehab

You Don’t Have to Choose Between Detox vs Rehab

Addiction, Detox, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

Detox and rehab are two different types of programs, but you don’t have to pick one over the other. In fact, any debate of detox vs rehab is missing the point, because the best route to recovery includes both. By defining detox and rehab separately, you can better understand their value. Plus, you can learn…

relapse rates for drug addiction

Relapse Rates for Drug Addiction Recovery are High

Addiction, Sober LivingBy Beaches Recovery

As you look for the right rehab center for your needs, you face one daunting fact. That is, relapse rates for drug addiction recovery are high. No, rehab is not a sure thing for lasting recovery. So how can you create a relapse prevention plan for the life you want?About Relapse Rates for Drug Addiction…

Duval County addiction treatment centers

Duval County Addiction Treatment Centers

Addiction, RehabilitationBy Beaches Recovery

If you reside in Duval County, Florida, you may be aware that the area has a reputation as an excellent rehab destination. It’s actually fair to say that some Duval County addiction treatment centers are among the best in the country. Beaches Recovery is happy to be a part of this elite community of addiction…