How Long Does Cocaine Withdrawal Last?Detox, Drug AddictionBy Beaches RecoveryJune 11, 2018Leave a commentCocaine is an illicit street drug. It’s has a reputation for being highly addictive. When folks with an addiction to any substance decide to stop using, their first concern usually goes toward withdrawal. The withdrawal symptoms from most drugs are physical with some potential behavioral and psychological issues as well. Cocaine withdrawal’s characteristics are the…
Undeniable Cocaine Use SymptomsDrug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 22, 2018Leave a commentFor generations now, cocaine abuse has been an issue among Americans. While the drug has no medicinal benefits, illicit drug users seem to find never-ending ways to partake of it. For the inexperienced eye, it’s tough to determine when someone has been using the drug. The same is not true of someone who has been…
The Drug Cocaine Did Not Disappear with the 80sDrug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 24, 2017Leave a commentBaby boomers will certainly remember the onset of the disco era in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It was a time when America was in transition and liberal values were taking over the country. It’s also the time frame when cocaine became America’s drug of choice. As the new drug flowed free in dance…
Noticing the Signs of Cocaine UseDrug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 30, 2017Leave a commentHaving a loved one who is struggling with an addiction to cocaine is extremely difficult. Seeing signs of cocaine use can leave you with a wide range of emotions, including anger, sadness, fear, and anxiety. As a family member or close friend, you may feel that it is your responsibility to get your loved one…
Developing an Addiction to CrackDrug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 22, 2017Leave a commentIn the world of drug addiction, there are very few constants. One thing that seems rather similar from one addiction sufferer to the next is the way addiction forms in their lives. It doesn’t matter what created the desire to abuse substances. It’s about the addiction itself, and the development of the addiction. In the…
Crazy Crack Addiction BehaviorDrug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 21, 2017Leave a commentCrack is a highly addictive form of cocaine. By adding in extra ingredients and letting the substance crystallize, crack makers can create an illegal substance that literally makes people behave in ways they would not normally behave. When an addiction sets in, the typical crack addiction behavior becomes crazy, impulsive, and dangerous. The substance’s euphoric…
Are You Interested in Knowing What is Cocaine?Drug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 8, 2017Leave a commentIf you have a loved one who has been struggling with cocaine addiction, you may have the question, “What is cocaine?” And if this is the case, you’re not alone. Many individuals find themselves in a situation where a loved one is struggling with a cocaine addiction, but they are unsure what exactly this drug…
What Cocaine Addiction is LikeDrug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 19, 2017Leave a commentTo truly understand the depths of a cocaine addiction, one must live through it. It’s hard to describe what cocaine addiction is like, but it’s worth a shot in the hope that someone will read it and be able to identify with the issue. If that ultimately leads them to get treatment for their addiction,…
What is the Purple Drank Effect?Drug Information, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 2, 2017Leave a commentWe, as a society, can pass laws against every drug or drug concoction on the planet. It doesn’t matter. People will always come up with something new to dazzle the mind and hurt the body. The purple drank effect is a fairly new endeavor in the world of man-made substances. For all its wonderful mind-altering…
Psychological Symptoms of Cocaine WithdrawalDrug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJune 21, 2017Leave a commentBecause cocaine withdrawal presents with only a few physical side effects, plenty of users believe it to be harmless. This false sense of security is erroneous and dangerous. Sure, you might not experience the DTs or the sweats, but you’re in for a variety of psychological symptoms instead. It’s important to note that what you…
