Just because a person or their loved one relapses doesn’t mean they have failed. It just means they need to revisit their doctor to modify their treatment plan or try another treatment modality. If you or a loved one has completed rehab and is in recovery, understanding the psychology of addiction is key to learning…
Alcohol addiction is potentially devastating, but so many people continue with problematic drinking simply because they’re scared at the thought of alcohol withdrawal. Is this a justifiable fear, though, and can alcohol withdrawal really be dangerous? We’ll be diving deep into this knotty issue today, and it’s essential to do so with 50% of those…
Understanding the link between self-esteem and addiction recovery is a vital component of becoming free of substances. A great deal of research by psychologists has repeatedly found a high correlation between drug abuse and low self-esteem. Addiction is rooted in mental health disorders, and self-esteem is intrinsically linked to mental health. To achieve long-term sobriety…
Once you’ve completed rehab and return to life, the real work to restart a new life begins. Addiction is a complex intermingled pattern of physical and mental discomfort. It takes a considerably long time and perseverance to unravel the various root causes and triggers. The process of recovery entails dismantling your life, clearing the state,…
Addiction to drink or drugs doesn’t just affect the life of the person using the substance, but it also impacts the lives of everyone around them. In this sense, addiction is a family disease. The question is, how to rebuild a relationship? From families torn asunder by crack addiction and best friends estranged because of…
According to the 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 164.8 million US citizens aged 12 and over used substances or alcohol in the past month. That’s a staggering 60.2% of Americans. Early intervention and treatment in rehab center for teenagers will increase the chances of them leading a positive and healthy life. Although…
Struggling with addiction during the COVID-19 pandemic is hard. Two crises are happening in the US right now: COVID-19 and addiction. Unfortunately, opioid overdoses in the US rose by 40% in May 2020. The trouble is, people who have a substance or alcohol use disorder tend to have underlying medical conditions that can increase their…
The tragic death of skateboard legend Jeff Grosso in 2020 shook many Orange County residents. A toxicology report by Orange County Crime Lab discovered that the superstar skater had 0.0459 milligrams of fentanyl in his blood. Opioids are still an increasing problem in Orange County and nationally, due to the over-prescription of opioid painkillers and…
Life can get pretty tough at times, particularly during a pandemic lockdown. The kids won’t stop screaming, you’re overloaded with work, bills are racking up, and you have no idea how long we need to endure lockdown restrictions. By the end of the day, your shoulder muscles are tensed, you have a permanent frown etched…
If you’ve decided to become substance-free, that’s an important step to take. The next significant step on the recovery journey is committing to strive for a healthy new life. This is especially challenging and you will need to utilize all of the resources available to you. Part of your treatment may include group therapy, individual…