How Dual Diagnosis Helps Addiction TherapyDual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryMay 13, 2021Mental 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…
Explaining the Connection Between Depression and AlcoholismAlcohol Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, how to deal with depressionBy Beaches RecoveryApril 18, 2021There is well-documented evidence linking depression and alcoholism, or what new now call alcohol use disorder. According to medical experts, almost one-third of people who suffer from major depression also have a problem with alcohol abuse. Whether you live up in the northern part of the country or down in the south, the link between…
Individualized Recovery ProgramAlcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 18, 2019Preparing 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…
Therapist vs. PsychologistAddiction, Alcohol, Alcohol Addiction, Detox, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Drug Addiction, Dual DiagnosisBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 19, 2019Are 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…
Anxiety and AddictionAddiction, Mental Health, Relapse Prevention, TherapiesBy Beaches RecoveryJuly 4, 2019Nearly 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…
Why Do People Self Medicate?Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, dual diagnosis treatmentBy Beaches RecoveryMarch 17, 2019Life 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…
