A stimulant works on the central nervous system to increase cognitive function or alertness. Stimulants can be illicit substances, such as cocaine, or prescription medications. These drugs are taken orally, injected, or snorted. Many people use some form of stimulants every day. For example, caffeine in coffee and nicotine found in cigarettes are both considered…
For many people, experimenting with heroin came on the heels of getting accidentally addicted to prescription painkillers. When they could no longer get a prescription from their doctor, or their insurance would no longer pay for it, they turned to heroin in order to get relief from their pain. In addition to that relief, though,…
For anyone dealing with addiction issues, life can be stressful. Figuring out how to get help, admitting that you need treatment, and other concerns are all part of the problem. But we can help. At Oceanfront Recovery, you can get past speed drug effects and other addiction problems. We want to be the ones to…
In drug rehab, there are several types of therapies used to help people overcome this health challenge. Two of the most popular therapies are cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). These talk therapies have a long history in the drug rehab field and are also driven by evidence of successful results. Hence,…
When you need individual addiction care that’s right for you, come to us at Oceanfront Recovery. We offer a small and intimate setting for your treatment, so you can get the support and treatment you really need to get better. We know that there are certain treatments that work. But we also know that everyone…
If you’re facing addiction issues and Klonopin side effects, we want you to know that you’re not alone. There are many people who struggle with addiction to medications like Klonopin. These types of drugs are so frequently prescribed that it can be all too easy for them to become a concern. If you find that…
Because alcohol is legal to consume, it is difficult to diagnose if there is a problem. Alcohol usage is a huge gray area with white on the left and black on the right. On the left, is the person who doesn’t consume alcohol at all or maybe twice yearly. On the right, is the person…
Dementia is typically a mental disorder that causes a person’s memory to deteriorate over time. While this is more commonly a genetic disorder that is passed down from one generation to the next (if your parents or grandparents suffered from dementia you are at greater risk), there are external factors that can bring about dementia.…
Are you at a point in your life where you want to recover from drug addiction? The staff at Oceanfront Recovery in Laguna Beach, California are here to help you. Below is more information about drug addiction treatment. What is a Drug Addiction? If you are seeking treatment for drug addiction, you have made a very important…
The psychoactive effects of magic mushrooms cause people to experience distorted thinking and hallucinations. They tend to be used in certain religious ceremonies or by those who believe the drug enhances spiritual or religious experiences. That being said, it is very much possible to abuse them to the point where they become harmful. If you…