Quitting alcohol with no professional assistance carries serious health risks and can even result in death. However, an alcohol detox program includes care delivered under the watchful eye of experienced medical professionals. This ensures that each individual can go through withdrawal safely and begin their recovery sober and with the best chance at lasting success.…
Drug and alcohol addiction and dependence can make it essential for a person to detox when they are ready to stop using for good. Detox is a natural process. The body works to remove the waste products and substances from the bloodstream during this process. Yet, as that happens, the brain craves the drug. The…
Alcohol use disorder or alcohol abuse affects millions of people every year. It breaks up families, harms bodies, and leads to approximately 88,000 deaths a year. In fact, alcohol deaths are the third leading preventable cause of death. Thus, it’s vital individuals learn the dangers of alcohol abuse as well as the means to treat…
The effects of illicit drugs and the abuse of prescription drugs or medication are harmful in many ways to the body. The substance addicted to, amount abused, and length of abuse all impact the severity of effects. At Tides Edge Detox, we strive to help clients break free from addiction physically to begin their journey…
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.…
Is Adderall addictive? Let’s look at the facts. Adderall is a stimulant medication that is primarily used to treat ADHD in adults and young people. It is also used to address narcolepsy in some patients. Yet as a stimulant, Adderall is a high-risk medication. This means that there is the potential for misuse or abuse.…
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…
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…
