Addiction looks different in every person, and it can come in many different types and with many different effects. It’s easy to imagine heroin and cocaine when you picture drug addiction, but you’d only be thinking of a fraction of the various forms of substance abuse. Different roads can lead to the same place; sometimes,…
There are numerous therapies designed to help people recover from substance use disorder (an addiction to drugs or alcohol). In the right substance abuse treatment program, individuals will find themselves engaged in a combination of one-on-one therapy and group sessions. Group therapy typically consists of having a professional therapist offering treatment to two or more…
A battle with drug addiction can affect and alter every aspect of your life, and your personal relationships are not an exception. Substance abuse can force you to revolve your entire life around using and getting more. Some of the most important parts of any relationship, such as honesty, trust, and open communication, can be…
People have many reasons for self-medicating. Some people turn to drugs as a form of self-medicating because of untreated mental health issues, unresolved trauma, extreme stressors in their life, and more. But whatever the reasons for using substances to subdue the inner pain you feel, there are consequential dangers that go along with it. Here…
An alcoholic is a person who has developed a psychological and physical dependence on alcohol. This dependence negatively affects their professional and personal relationships, ultimately adversely affecting their lives and even health. It can be difficult watching a friend or a loved one suffer from alcoholism. Though it is entirely up to the person’s willingness…
On your road to recovery, you will battle emotions and temptations that could lead you to use substances again—those receiving treatment for substance addiction experience at least one relapse during recovery. The good news is, understanding relapse helps you prevent it. This post will identify the signs of a relapse and highlight why it is…
In today’s world, social media is inescapable. It has completely altered our communication, allowing us to connect with people all over the world. When put to good use, social media does have several significant benefits. However, with the vital role it plays in our lives, is there a connection between social media and drug abuse?…
An intervention is a planned process organized to encourage a loved one to seek help for addiction. This step involves educating a person on their behavior and supporting them in making positive changes. Staging an intervention with help from Oceanfront Recovery requires organizers to inform one that their drug use is out of control without…
Alcohol is one of the most abused drugs among young adults due to its acceptance in most societies. In most instances, people take this drug for recreational purposes in social gatherings. However, prolonged usage of this drug can lead to physical dependence, whereby one cannot control their consumption. Recognizing alcoholism in young adults can be…
In today’s world, drug and alcohol abuse continues to be a problem for people of all ages. Unfortunately, it seems as if every day there is something new for people to become addicted to and begin to send their lives and those of their families on a roller-coaster ride. Some of today’s most dangerous drugs…