ADHD and Addiction: Why They’re So Often ConnectedAddiction, Dual Diagnosis, RecoveryBy Beaches RecoveryApril 2, 2026Many people with ADHD also struggle with substance use. The complex relationship is fueled by impulsivity, self-medication, and reward seeking that is stronger than in people who don’t have ADHD. Adults with undiagnosed ADHD might struggle with relapse or unsuccessful rehab attempts until they’re able to get an accurate assessment and dual diagnosis treatment.If this…
The Prevalence of Substance Abuse in Veteranssubstance abuse, substance abuse addiction, substance abuse addiction, VeteransBy Beaches RecoveryFebruary 19, 2024When you think of veterans, you may picture brave men and women who have fought for our country and who are now living peaceful lives out of harm’s way. While this may be true for some, unfortunately, it’s not the case for all. One of the darker truths is that substance abuse is a prevalent…
Different Types of Addiction That Need TreatmentAddiction, Controlled Substances, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Rehab BlogBy Beaches RecoveryMarch 8, 2021In today’s society, we give some types of addiction a pass. For example, many people look at alcohol consumption or marijuana use in a passe manner. For many, these substances aren’t things to seriously worry about, even though they can be abused. Yet, this kind of attitude can lead an individual down a path to…
