An Eight Ball at a Time: My Descent into Addiction My cocaine addiction began at an early age and continued well into my adult life. I’ve tried every form of cocaine there is, and there are many ways to ingest it. I’ve smoked crack cocaine, I’ve snorted it, I’ve even injected it on many occasions. …
Knowing the Appearance of Meth and Getting Help Meth came into my life when I was very young. My parents did it in front of me on a regular basis. I was an addict my entire life by the time I arrived at South Shores Detox and Recovery. For the bulk of my life, I …
Using the Crash After a Coke Binge to Seek Treatment I’ve crashed countless times following a cocaine binge. Cocaine comedown is brutal, and I thought about seeking treatment every single time. Once I was finally ‘sick and tired of being sick and tired’, I decided to give recovery a chance through South Shores Detox and …
Resources to Help a Loved One Overcome Painkillers At South Shores Detox and Recovery, we have seen firsthand the harm caused by Percocet abuse. We have clients whose bodies become dependent on short-term relief. When the Percocet high wears off, the brain’s pain receptors tell them to start taking Percocet other than prescribed. Some eventually …
Making Time for Your Sobriety and Recovery For many on the journey to sobriety, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings are a beacon of hope and a support system. The participants become akin to a family. These group sessions are essential to recovery, whether substituting for strained family relationships or supplementing an already loving home life. Whether …
A Closer Look at the Effects of Cocaine on the Mind When I started using cocaine, I was convinced that it was the greatest thing in the world. However, the amount of fun that I had with cocaine during my first year of using it doesn’t compare at all to the personal hell that I …
Brain Chemistry and the Emotional Damage of Addiction My drug abuse not only ruined my own life but the lives of those I love. Drug addiction disrupts every aspect of your life due to the way that it rewires your brain. I learned from my time at South Shores Detox and Recovery that substance use …
Whippets: The Realities and Risks of Nitrous Oxide What are whippets, anyway? Many people are asking the same question lately, especially with the recent passing of Aaron Carter and Tony Hsieh. This recreational drug has become increasingly popular in the US lately, especially with younger adults and those on some form of drug testing. While …
Answers to Your Questions About Opioid Use Disorder As the waves of opioid addiction continue to crash upon countless lives’ shores, many individuals struggle to keep their heads above water. The relentless tide threatens to swallow them whole. They are powerless against the turbulent current. Subutex can form a beacon of hope for those battling …
A Complete Guide to Drug Tests in the Armed Forces It’s not uncommon for many people to participate in drinking or drug use as a relaxation or celebratory routine to reward themselves. In some cases, if this action is within the rules of the law and exercised with moderation and responsibility, some people are able …
