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Dangerous Valium Side Effects

Drug Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches Recovery

Valium is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs known as benzodiazepines. It is primarily prescribed for anxiety and muscle spasms. Whether clients are using it as recommended or they are abusing the drug, Valium side effects can be a problem. Explore some of the most common, as well as the most…

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How to Have Fun Sober

Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches Recovery

For years, relaxing and having fun revolved around drinking and doing drugs. Everybody did it. Now, you want to quit. Would you know how to have fun sober?Looking Past the Drinking CultureAlcohol is a common drug that you find at almost all enjoyable pastimes. Conventional wisdom tells you to stay out of a bar if…

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Motivational Interviewing Techniques

Addiction, Counseling, RecoveryBy Beaches Recovery

Many counseling approaches can help you address mental disorders such as addiction. However, treatment won’t go far unless you have the motivation to change. Motivational interviewing techniques help you find motivation within yourself.5 Common Motivational Interviewing TechniquesDuring motivational interviewing therapy, a counselor can use a range of techniques to guide you toward change. Below is…

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The AA Big Book: A Blueprint for Sobriety

Alcohol Addiction, Counseling, RecoveryBy Beaches Recovery

Getting sober isn’t easy. However, there are many treatment programs to guide people. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is one of the most well-known because it uses a blueprint to help people achieve sobriety. This blueprint comes in the form of the AA Big Book.The History of the BookFirst published in 1939, the Big Book is the…

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How Addiction Affects Family and Friends

Addiction, Counseling, RecoveryBy Beaches Recovery

Regarding addiction, many people only consider the physical and mental effects to those with the disease. They may not recognize how addiction affects family and friends. However, these individuals also suffer great hardships when loved ones have an addiction.Top Problems That Result From How Addiction Affects Family and FriendsAll families are different, so the dynamics…

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Sober New Years Eve Ideas

Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches Recovery

In the past, you watched the ball drop with a drink in your hand. This year’s going to be different. Because you’ve decided to make a lifestyle change, you need sober New Years Eve ideas. Here’s how to make it through a day which traditionally involves alcohol, without drinking.Gauge Your Readiness to be around AlcoholDid…

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The Danger of Mixing Benzos and Alcohol

Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches Recovery

Benzodiazepines, or benzos, are strong tranquilizers designed to calm the central nervous system. Namely, they’re anti-anxiety medications like Xanax, Valium, Ativan, and Halcion. Thus, benzos are popular to soothe stress and also, off-label, to experience surges of pleasure. In fact, National Public Radio reported that benzo prescriptions have risen by 5.4 million since 1999. Unfortunately,…

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5 Mindfulness Quotes that Create Peace During Addiction Recovery

Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches Recovery

As many folks soon learn, there’s a great sense of relief when an individual successfully completes an addiction treatment program. As they head out the door of rehab, they hopefully leave with the coping skills for recovery and to avoid relapses. Mindfulness is a great coping skill. For a recovering addict, it makes sense to…

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Is Drug Addiction a Choice?

Drug Addiction, RecoveryBy Beaches Recovery

Many people today debate whether people choose to suffer addiction or if this condition is a legitimate disease. So is drug addiction a choice? Or does modern science prove disease causes addiction?Past Beliefs about AddictionIn the past, Americans and people throughout the world believed addiction was a choice. That is, you choose to push your…

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Staying Sober During Thanksgiving

Recovery, Sober LivingBy Beaches Recovery

The holiday season can present pitfalls for someone who recently attained sobriety. Everywhere you look, marketing messages combine alcohol with big meals and family gatherings. Besides that, your own family might routinely serve alcohol at the feast. Because it’s tough to deal with the onslaught of temptation, here are some tips for staying sober during…