by Beachcomber Rehabilitation | Jan 4, 2022 | Addiction, Support
14.5 million people in the United States suffer from an alcohol use disorder. It doesn’t help that alcohol is at the center of celebrations and parties, touted as an ‘ice-breaker’ and way to relax. While drinking from time to time isn’t necessarily a problem, once you...
by Beachcomber Rehabilitation | Dec 28, 2021 | Addiction, Support
Post-acute withdrawal syndrome, or PAWS as otherwise known, are symptoms that can be experienced months and even years after quitting drugs. Those who experience PAWS often describe them as extremely uncomfortable and frustrating. In some instances, these symptoms can...
by Beachcomber Rehabilitation | Nov 17, 2021 | Addiction
Common drugs within the opioid family include codeine, fentanyl, and oxycodone. They work by blocking pain messages in your body. However, they don’t just alleviate physical pain. They also alter our psychological well-being, numb our emotions, and make us feel happy...
by Beachcomber Rehabilitation | Nov 8, 2021 | Addiction
Withdrawing from benzodiazepines or benzos can be an intense experience. However, with the help and guidance of medical professionals, appropriate support helps many people overcome their addiction safely. Although medical detox programs are challenging, they enable...
by Beachcomber Rehabilitation | Nov 1, 2021 | Addiction
In the United States, the opioid epidemic is a “serious national crisis” that began during the late 1990s. With limited knowledge surrounding addictive opioid drugs, pharmaceutical companies reassured medics that clients wouldn’t become addicted to opioids. This led...
by Beachcomber Rehabilitation | Oct 25, 2021 | Addiction
In the US, purchasing and drinking alcohol is legal. Often deemed as relatively safe, millions of people each year consume alcohol. However, when abused, consuming alcohol can be extremely dangerous. Not only can consuming large volumes of alcohol lead to addictions,...