Knowing that a loved one is struggling with a substance abuse problem is heart-wrenching. It can hurt homes and destroy relationships. But no matter what it does to the family and home, you still love the person and want to see them get sober. It’s often the hardest thing to feel like you’re watching your…
If you’re battling anxiety, one of the ways you may be trying to cope is through drinking alcohol. That’s a coping mechanism many anxious people choose, especially in social situations. But it’s very unhealthy, and can lead to long-term health problems and addiction issues. You can break the link between anxiety and alcohol in your…
Alcohol is a very complex drug. It seems safe to use — after all, it’s legal, and so many people use it. In all cases, even when being used on a casual basis, there are dangers of drinking alcohol. Dangers exist if you binge drink or just drink on a consistent basis in smaller amounts.…
When it comes to breaking an alcohol addiction, the importance of a Florida alcohol detox center cannot be emphasized enough. It’s one of the most effective ways to start feeling better and healing faster. At the completion of detox and rehab treatment, you’ll be able to live a clean and sober life. It’s doesn’t have…
The causes of substance abuse can be hard to define, but most start with developing a dependence on the substance by accident. Sometimes substance abuse starts with the recreational use of drugs or alcohol to have fun or feel more comfortable at a party. In the case of an addiction to opiates, many people begin…
How do foods and addiction interact with each other? Does it really matter what you eat if you are working through your addiction? Foods play a big role in the addiction treatment process. They feed your body the right type of nutrition to help encourage healing. Our team at Tides Edge Detox offers a holistic…
Drugs and alcohol cause physical and psychological dependency, causing serious withdrawal symptoms when you immediately or suddenly stop using. Resuming your drug or alcohol use can stop withdrawal symptoms but ultimately makes it more difficult for you to recover. A personalized detox plan is an important step in recovery because it ensures that you can…
Yes, alcohol withdrawal can be fatal. Be certain to find an accredited detox center for yourself or your loved one. Don’t wait. The downside of abusing alcohol includes social and physiological adverse effects. No one wants to hear that stopping alcohol can be dangerous as well. Though you have to be careful when detoxing from…
A recent study explored the prevalence of early-onset dementia (before the age of 65). Of the 57,000 cases they reviewed, they could attribute 57% to heavy drinking. If you’ve noticed memory and cognition struggles lately, you need to know about alcoholic dementia. Don’t try to quit alcohol abuse alone. Reach out to an alcohol detox…
Some people may think that oxycodone, also commonly referred to as oxy, can be prescribed by doctors. It’s true that it’s less dangerous than street drugs, such as heroin. However, addiction to painkillers can creep up on you. Oxycodone or Oxy is one such prescription painkiller. Because of the medication’s potency, individuals can follow their…
