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How Dual Diagnosis Helps Addiction Therapy

Mental health issues are one of the main causes of addiction. Similarly, many people who struggle with substance use disorder (an addiction to drugs or alcohol) relapse because of mental issues. It’s also quite common for individuals to turn to drugs or alcohol when they suffer from a mental health issue like anxiety or depression…

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Individualized Recovery Program

Preparing Yourself for An Individualized Recovery ProgramAre you committed to an individualized recovery program? Sobriety isn’t a diet that you try and then give up— it’s your life! If you’re ready to take it to the next step, Beaches Recovery is here to help!At Beaches Recovery’s drug and alcohol addiction treatment center, we’re prepared to…

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Therapist vs. Psychologist

Are you looking for a specialist to help you overcome your addiction to drugs? The staff at Beaches Recovery in Jacksonville, Florida are here to help. Keep reading for more information about the differences between therapist vs psychologist. Both are available at Beaches to help you overcome your substance abuse.Psychologist vs. Therapist“Therapist” is a broad…

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Anxiety and Addiction

Nearly half of all people dealing with a substance abuse problem also have a mental health disorder. Since both mental health and substance abuse disorders impact your brain chemistry, specifically how much neurotransmitters your brain releases, having co-occurring disorders can make recovery more difficult. Anxiety and addiction impact several million Americans each year. Treatment from…

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Why Do People Self Medicate?

Life in America is stressful. Every day, people have to deal with personal issues that push the limits of what they can handle. There’s also a group of people who have to deal with physical and emotional problems that make their lives unbearable at times. On the list of why do people self medicate, these…