Methamphetamine, more commonly known as simply “meth,” is a highly addictive substance that’s abused by people all over the world. Meth is known for causing dependency quickly, sometimes after as...
Welcome to the Oceanfront Recovery Blog
There are innumerable factors that can contribute to or exacerbate an existing addiction or even influence its conception. It’s easy to feel entirely at fault when you’re caught in the grips of a...
Drug addiction can take many forms, and different drugs affect people differently. Recognizing signs of addiction means looking for changes in behavior, and in many situations, this includes a poor...
Prescription drugs like oxycontin can be used responsibly when a physician’s instructions are carefully followed, but caution should always be exercised. OxyContin is an addictive substance, and...
When people discuss overdose, several specific drugs come up in conversation. Alcohol is seldom one of them, although it carries significant overdose risk, just like any other commonly-abused...
Opiates, or substances derived from the opium chemical found in certain plants, are commonly used in prescription medications. The term “opiates” includes codeine, oxycontin, morphine, and some...
A substance abuse disorder is a difficult cross to bear for anyone, but the weight can become even more pressing when combined with another mental illness. Many people who struggle with addiction...
Lately, there’s a lot of talk about how dangerous fentanyl is and how addictive a substance it can be. But what exactly is it, and how does fentanyl work? It’s a controlled substance, and it’s...
When you use an addictive substance recreationally, it can be difficult to notice when recreation ends, and dependency begins. You may think that you’re not addicted and that you only use a...
It’s easy to start drinking. In today’s society, it’s considered a rite of passage to have your first drink, and social culture almost seems to revolve solely around alcohol and how best to consume...