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The misuse of pain pills has been called an epidemic in the United States, affecting people of all ages and impacting families across the country. A 2014 survey found 1.9

Myths vs. Realities of Addiction and Behavior. Only a fraction of the people who need help for addiction actually get it. Sometimes, it’s because they and their families and friends

Substance abuse and mental illness are often entangled. If your loved one is suffering from depression, bipolar disorder or anxiety, he or she might have started self-medicating long ago to

Your loved one just made the courageous decision to enter rehabilitation for their addiction. While that’s ultimately an important step toward their new life free of substances, it can leave

As someone with an addict in your family, you feel pain. You feel helpless as you stand back and watch your loved one go through drastic shifts in mood and

You know your loved one has been using drugs or alcohol. But you may find yourself questioning whether or not the person has an “addiction” in the true sense of

Drug or alcohol dependence has devastating effects on both the individual and the family. Unfortunately, the negative impact is often very clear to everyone except the addicts themselves. You may

You did not picture things turning out this way. It is heartbreaking to watch your loved one continue to destroy themselves and their future. You’ve had it with the sleepless

Recovery treatment is expensive, and paying for it can be a major hurdle for addicts and their families. The good news is, if you or a loved one has an

When it comes to breaking free from the confines of addiction, you can’t put a price on treatment—health and recovery from addiction is priceless. You certainly don’t want to let

If you have an addicted person in your life, naturally you want to do whatever you can to help. But it’s important to remember that when it comes to addiction,

When faced with addiction, the treatment facility you choose may be one of the most important decisions you make. However, with so many options available today, it can be a

Few situations are more painful than watching a loved one struggle with a drug or alcohol problem. No doubt, you have seen the person you love slowly slip away. You

As a recovering addict, you’ve struggled to get to this point in your recovery. You’ve come a long way, and you deserve privacy and respect—not just in terms of your

Asking for help with addiction can seem overwhelming, but the truth is, taking that significant step might not be as hard as you think. Think of it this way: It

Choosing whether or not to seek addiction treatment is one of the most difficult decisions you will ever face. No doubt, you’ve struggled with your addiction for a long time,

From the minute you arrive at the Beach House Center for Recovery, you will land in a safe, family-like environment that is welcoming, nurturing and understanding. Your Beach House experience

Maybe you barely recognize the person looking back at you in the mirror. Or perhaps you recently had a wakeup call that made you realize it’s time to stop. It

Drug and alcohol dependence is a complex disease, and withdrawing from substances can bring on a host of complicated issues, including painful withdrawals and relapse. You might think because you’re

While the decision to begin treatment for addiction can be a long, painful struggle, the process of checking into Beach House Center for Recovery is simple and straightforward. We want

  For people who drink alcohol, it’s not always easy to tell when the habit has turned into a problem. Alcohol abuse and alcoholism can sneak up on you, so

Many addicts are resistant to the idea of seeking help at an inpatient rehabilitation center. They worry about being away from their families. They’re nervous about the stigma of addiction,

In this Learning Center collection you will find articles related to every aspect of addiction, substance abuse treatment and recovery. This resource is designed to provide loved ones the knowledge