Undeniable Psychological Dependence On DrugsDrug Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryMay 27, 2018Leave a commentWhen you use drugs, you experience some psychological changes. When you abuse drugs for an extended period, those changes can get more intense. If you continue to abuse drugs, you can develop a psychological dependence. When you’ve developed a psychological dependence on drugs, you’ll need help to transition into a life of sobriety. What Is…
Judging the Best Drug Recovery CentersRehab Blog, RehabilitationBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 27, 2017Leave a commentImagine for a moment that you need heart surgery. Would you settle on just any hospital or doctor? Chances are you would want the best care you could afford. Getting treatment for your addiction from one of the top drug recovery centers should be just as high a priority on your list as a heart…
What You Need to Know–Drug FactsDrug Information, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 23, 2017Leave a commentNow more than ever, thousands of individuals all across the United States continue to struggle with addiction to illegal and dangerous substances. One of the primary factors fueling this epidemic is likely an overall lack of knowledge about drugs. If you think you may be struggling with addiction and are on the fence about getting…
How Much Purple Drank Will Kill You?Drug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 27, 2017Leave a commentStarting in the 1990s, twenty-somethings devised a new way to get high and create health issues in the process. This special party concoction has mind-altering effects to go along with some other desirable side effects. Unfortunately, this same man-made concoction has some very destructive properties that include being highly addictive and prone to overdose. With…
Who Needs Drug Detox Programs?Detox, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 9, 2017Leave a commentBy the time you are ready to admit you have an illness and want help, your addiction might have taken hold of you, body and soul. It’s hard to argue with the notion that the longer someone abuses a particular substance, the more likely they are to form an addiction to it. Deep-rooted addictions create…
Find Out How to Help a Drug AddictDrug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryAugust 11, 2017Leave a commentYou find out that your loved one has a substance abuse problem. Now, you feel like you’re receiving mixed messages from friends, family members, and society. Do you know how to help a drug addict? And yes, it’s possible to do so, but it isn’t easy. Help Starts with Boundaries Learning how to help a…
Things That Make Rehab Facilities EffectiveAddiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryMay 19, 2017Leave a commentThere are so many rehab facilities in the United States, that it may be difficult for you to choose one. With all of the information out there, it’s difficult to know which one will best support your recovery. With some useful information, you will understand what attributes of an addiction facility to look for when…
This Time I Need to Know How to Avoid RelapseDrug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryApril 20, 2017Leave a commentPeople sometimes get a sense of discouragement when looking at the drug and alcohol relapse rates in the United States. How to avoid relapse isn’t nearly as difficult as you may think it is. In comparison to other illnesses like cancer, diabetes, hypertension and asthma, you have the best chance of recovery with addiction. The…
I Need to Know–Is Adderall Addictive?Drug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryApril 15, 2017Leave a commentMany of the drugs that people abuse have legitimate medical uses. One such drug is Adderall. Adderall is a combination of the drugs amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. The most common question that teens and adults have about this drug “is Adderall addictive” can be answered in the affirmative. Adderall and Its Many Uses Adderall is a…
Is Hydrocodone Bad for You?Addiction, Controlled Substances, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 13, 2017Leave a commentWhen you’re being treated for chronic or severe pain, your doctor may consider adding hydrocodone to your treatment plan. While hydrocodone is not harmful in and of itself, its potential for abuse is something your doctor considers when prescribing it. In answering the question, “Is hydrocodone bad for you?” your doctor will likely consider your…
