Codependency and Addiction: Understanding the Relationship
The interplay between codependency and addiction is a complex and often destructive dance that can profoundly affect individuals and their relationships. As a 37-year-old woman who has journeyed through an intensive outpatient program for addiction, I have had firsthand experience of how codependency can fuel and perpetuate addiction. My hope in writing this blog is […]
How to Spot the Indications of Substance Use as an Emotional Coping Strategy
Life can be incredibly challenging, throwing unexpected curveballs that test our resilience and strength. As a husband, it is heartbreaking to witness your partner suffer and struggle with the weight of grief and loss. In my case, I faced the daunting task of supporting my wife as she coped with the devastating loss of her […]
Breaking Down Blood Alcohol Content: How Long Does Alcohol Really Stay in Your System
The distinction between “having a good time” and abusing alcohol can be subtle. How a person reacts to alcohol can be influenced by various things, including heredity, food intake, other prescription and non-prescription drugs, and gender. Alcohol is a depressant that operates by decreasing the rate of signals between your brain and body. Your body […]
Recovering in Comfort: How to Get Addiction Treatment Without Living in a Facility
As a therapist, it is heart-wrenching to witness a loved one falling prey to addiction, be it alcohol or narcotics. The sense of helplessness that comes with it is painful and sometimes paralyzing. However, there is hope for those struggling with addiction. With the help of a partial hospitalization program(Now called: HIOP-High Intensity Outpatient Program) […]
Recovering from Grief and Loss While in Addiction Treatment
In the early phases of recovery, addicts and family members might not recognize the significant impact that the grieving process has on their experience. There are obviously occasions when we view sadness as a normal response to life events, such as when someone has passed away or moved away or when a significant job or […]
Understanding Withdrawal Symptoms During Drug Addiction Detox
Having medical guidance during detoxification is essential because quitting drugs can have some negative side effects. Detoxing on your own without medical supervision can be very risky. Thankfully, there are choices available for detoxification regimens. Where Should You Go For Detox? Inpatient detox: Because it guarantees that medical assistance is always available, staying at an […]
Escaping the Horrors of Tranq: Flesh-Eating ‘Zombie’ Drug 2023
The concern is growing about a lethal new street drug. It has calming, analgesic, and relaxing effects on the muscles. But it also rots human flesh. Xylazine, also known as “tranq,” “tranq dope,” and “Flash eating zombie drug,” is permitted for use in non-human animals such as horses, cattle, and other non-human mammals as a […]
The Beachcomber: Your Partner in Recovery from Alcohol Addiction in Fort Lauderdale
The goal of recovery is to manage addiction, but maintaining long-term health entails much more than refraining from drugs and alcohol. To give a person the best chance at an alcohol rehab in Fort Lauderdale, treatment needs to be holistic. The Beachcomber is a drug and alcohol addiction recovery center that focuses on the whole […]
Breaking Free from Alcohol Addiction: The Role of Rehab
Therapy for drug addiction is typically not a cure, as you would experience for other chronic illnesses like heart disease or asthma. Addiction, however, can be effectively controlled. Through treatment, people can reclaim control over their lives and combat the negative consequences that addiction has on their brains and behavior. With alcohol rehab, freedom is […]
Breaking the Cycle of Addiction with The Beachcomber Outpatient Program
A person may go through a number of processes before engaging in drug or alcohol misuse. It may result from a single incident or a string of related ones. Addiction may develop as a result of the effects of such events and the coping mechanisms employed to deal with them. Examining these phases can therefore […]
