Should We Look at Marijuana as a Gateway Drug for Teens?Drug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryApril 23, 2018Leave a commentTimes are changing in America. With every election process, we see a different state move forward and legalize recreational marijuana. Time and again, lawmakers debate the notion that pot promotes the use of other drugs. This is a complex issue made harder by experts who can’t seem to agree. If we see marijuana as a…
Information About Weed Drug AbuseDrug Information, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryJanuary 16, 2018Leave a commentWeed or marijuana is a drug that is derived from the flowers, leaves, and extracts of the cannabis sativa plant. Many people in America think that weed is completely harmless. And while it is not the most dangerous drug and is even legal in some places, weed drug abuse issues can be severe. In fact,…
Weed Abuse Rampant in High SchoolsDrug Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryNovember 25, 2017Leave a commentIf you have a child in high school, you may already know that weed abuse is rampant among high school teens. In some teens, this problem is leading to marijuana addiction, which can become a serious problem down the line. For parents that have teens in high school, it is important that marijuana be looked…
Is Weed a Drug?Addiction, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryOctober 28, 2017Leave a commentMany substances are often in the spotlight when it comes to talking about addiction. Alcohol, heroin, cocaine, and meth all frequently seem difficult to detox from alone. One substance that isn’t often mentioned when it comes to addiction is marijuana. Here’s some information if you’ve been wondering is weed a drug. Addiction Statistics Help Answer…
Do I Need THC Detox?Detox, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoverySeptember 13, 2017Leave a commentThe notion that you can’t become addicted to marijuana is a myth. The reality is people can become addicted to anything they take or do obsessively. That’s the nature of addiction. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the primary substance found in marijuana. It is addictive and when addiction forms, the individual needs treatment. Treatment could include a…
