SOCIAL MEDIA, DEPRESSION, AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE
We know that mental health issues and substance use disorders tend to go hand in hand. Many people begin drinking or using drugs in the first place because they are trying to cope with anxiety, depression, or other mental or emotional problems. Depression is a more widespread problem than you might think. According to the […]
BEING OPEN ABOUT YOUR RECOVERY
One of the greatest reasons to share your decision to cut back or to stop drinking is to gain the support of those closest to you. A strong support network can go a long way in helping you accomplish your goals, and reduce or eliminate your alcohol consumption, especially at the start of your recovery. […]
OPIOIDS: THE SCARY STATISTICS
In the United States, opioids are increasingly common with so many individuals being prescribed some form of opioid medication for treatment. Unfortunately, close to 30-percent of patients misuse them and nearly 12-percent develop an opioid use disorder as a result. Why is this happening? In the 1990s, pharmaceutical companies did everything they could to assure […]
DO NOOTROPICS WORK?
How do Nootropics work exactly? Cognitive enhancers, also known as “nootropics,” are used for their cognitive benefits such as improved memory, increased mental alertness, and improved concentration, according to the Alcohol and Drug Foundation of Australia. These cognitive enhancers sometimes also improve physical factors such as energy levels. Some of these are pharmaceutical drugs that […]
Residential Drug & Alcohol Addiction Treatment
Rehabs That Take Aetna Insurance
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Understanding Supportive Outpatient Programs
Inpatient vs. Outpatient Rehab in Orange County
