LGBTQ substance abuse is a pressing concern among those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning. Members of the LGBTQ community abuse alcohol, prescription medications, and illicit drugs at disproportionately high levels. Research shows that gay men are at heightened risk of substance use disorder (drug addiction), while lesbian women are at…
Chemical dependency is not synonymous with addiction, despite some commonalities, according to the National Institute on Drug Use and Health (NIDA). What does drug dependency mean, then? What is Chemical Dependency? Chemical dependency is also referred to as physical dependency. The term expresses physical reliance on an addictive substance. These are the two most prominent…
Pet-friendly sober living homes allow you to step down from residential rehab or to engage with outpatient treatment if your living environment is unsupportive and you have a pet you need to bring with you. Animal-assisted therapy for addiction, when used in combination with evidence-based treatment, can help many people break the cycle of substance…
Family therapy for addiction is a form of psychotherapy that aims to streamline communication and resolve conflict. Where individual therapy focuses on the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors of the person addicted to alcohol or drugs, family therapy focuses on relationships within the family. The goals of family therapy are to validate the experiences of all…
Person-centered therapy is a non-directive form of psychotherapy also known as Rogerian therapy or client-centered therapy. In this psychotherapeutic approach, you become an equal partner in the therapy process. Rather than offering suggestions and solutions or passing judgment, the therapist instead remains non-directive. If you don’t like the idea of consulting a mental health professional,…
If you have been wondering, “Am I an alcoholic”, there is a strong chance you are already exhibiting unhealthy patterns of drinking. After all, most people drinking moderately and experiencing no problems triggered by alcohol abuse would be unlikely to ask this question at all. Alcoholism is on the rise in the United States. SAMHSA…
Gratitude in recovery refers to an appreciative attitude, with your focus shifted from what you lack to the many blessings your life already contains. When you counterbalance your goals, desires, and dreams with the many things you have rather than those things you don’t have, this reflects a mindset of gratitude. Before we show you…
Humanistic therapy is an umbrella term that describes a variety of types of therapy focusing on the unique abilities and potential of each individual. Rather than concentrating on what is wrong with a person, humanistic therapy helps that person overcome their mental health problems through personal growth. There are many different types of humanistic therapy,…
Learning how to support someone with an addiction could mean the difference between their sustained recovery and relapse. According to NIDA (the National Institute on Drug Abuse), addiction is a chronic and relapsing disorder, not only can clients learn relapse prevention strategies at our Huntington Beach rehab, they can be set up with an awesome…
“How long is rehab” is a question with no easy answer. Every addiction is unique with many variables impacting the optimal treatment time. That said, it’s natural to start wondering “How long do most drug rehab programs last” if you are considering committing to recovery. When you’re researching treatment centers, you will find programs categorized…