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The Side Effects of Fentanyl: What You Should Know

by Beachcomber Rehabilitation | Jun 26, 2023 | Addiction

Fentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid that is up to 100 times stronger than morphine. It is prescribed for severe pain management, particularly for cancer patients or those undergoing surgery. However, its misuse and illicit distribution have led to a significant...

Creating a Non-Judgmental Support Environment for Recovery

by Beachcomber Rehabilitation | Feb 15, 2023 | Support

The Importance of Nonjudgmental Support for Recovering Addicts Being entirely judgment-free might be challenging. But we can learn better listening habits. If you know someone who is breaking free from addiction, it’s important to provide as much non-judgmental...

How Long Does It Take To Detox From Alcohol?

by Beachcomber Rehabilitation | Feb 22, 2022 | Alcohol Detox

If you have been drinking too much for a while, have an alcohol dependence, and are thinking about stopping, you may have recently turned your thoughts to alcohol detox, alcohol detox symptoms, and the length of time you may feel them for. If this resonates with you,...

Shame and Addiction Go Hand in Hand

by Beachcomber Rehabilitation | Sep 8, 2021 | Addiction

Shame is a crushing feeling of inadequacy that all of us feel at some point in our lives. However, when we feel it too strongly, it can become difficult to bear and may lead us to substance misuse and addiction. Understanding the relationship between shame and...

When Does Heavy Use Become Addiction?

by Beachcomber Rehabilitation | Aug 18, 2021 | Therapy

Each year, the use of alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs costs the United States over $470 billion in healthcare, crime, and lost productivity. Drug use and addiction can be problematic in numerous ways, and some instances are much more severe than others. If you are...