Reading Time: 3 Minutes Professional levels of care for addiction treatment vary in terms of time and intensity of treatment. Treatment intensity ranges from inpatient hospitalization and residential treatment to intensive outpatient and outpatient day treatment, but how does sober living fit into this spectrum? What is residential treatment? Residential treatment is specialized inpatient treatment in a 24-hour non-hospital […]
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Staycation in Recovery: Creating a Relaxing Retreat at Home
Reading Time: 4 Minutes School’s out for summer, which means fun in the sun, BBQs, and vacations…but in this current economy, not everyone can afford to travel right now. If you are in recovery, either for a mental health disorder or a substance use disorder, the stress of planning a vacation may be more than you bargained for. Planning […]
Are You Fueling Your Body for Healing?
Reading Time: 4 Minutes The Role of Nutrition in Addiction Recovery We are what we eat, meaning how we nourish our bodies makes a difference in our overall mental and physical health. Individuals struggling with an alcohol or substance use disorder generally have poor nutrition, which can lead to medical complications and hurdles in their recovery. For example, malnutrition […]
The Real Reason Relapse Rates Spike in July
Reading Time: 3 Minutes Are you planning a sunny California vacation but worried about staying sober during the summer months? This is a valid concern as past research suggests relapse rates may in fact be higher in summer. We’re here to help by exposing the real reason causing increased relapse rates and, most importantly, provide you with helpful tips […]
Rising Above Addiction: How One Family Rose Above Addiction and Rebuilt Their Future
Reading Time: 4 Minutes Contact us today at (949) 649-7219 to take the first step towards a healthier, happier life. Alcohol addiction is a devastating disease that can affect anyone, regardless of background, education, or income level. It’s estimated that nearly 15 million Americans struggle with alcohol use disorder, with many more affected by the consequences of their loved ones’ addiction. However, with the right […]
What To Do If I Relapse In Recovery
Reading Time: 2 Minutes Entering recovery after completing treatment is a huge milestone and marker of success. Unfortunately, relapsing in recovery can be a reality for some individuals. Relapse should never be seen as a failure but instead as another opportunity to be successful in recovery. Imagine if you have a chronic disease, does that mean you failed? No. […]
What is a Relapse
Reading Time: 4 Minutes What is Relapsing? Relapse: it’s a complicated and sometimes endless cycle. You commit to change by entering into recovery, you go through detoxification and withdrawal, and you complete all the steps in your treatment program, then one day, something goes awry. Relapse: it’s a complicated and sometimes endless cycle. You commit to change by entering […]
Navigating the Dating World in Recovery
Reading Time: 4 Minutes Navigating the dating world in 2022 is challenging and can be even more difficult without alcohol. Unfortunately, dating culture and bar culture can seem intertwined. A first date usually consists of talking over drinks after work, grabbing food at Happy Hour, or sipping mimosas during brunch. In general, alcohol is often used as a social […]
Relapse Prevention During Recovery
Reading Time: 3 Minutes Transitioning out of acute treatment into the real world can be daunting. Regardless of whether you are seeking treatment for a mental health disorder like depression or a substance abuse disorder, staying on track to recovery in a less restrictive environment can be challenging because there are more temptations. According to studies, relapse rates vary […]
Mental Illness Awareness Week: Supporting vs. Enabling
Reading Time: 3 Minutes In 1990 The U.S. Congress officially established the first full week of October as Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW). During this critical week, mental health advocates work together to educate the public about Enabling Mental Health. This week is dedicated to mental health treatment, awareness, and recovery. Understanding the difference between supporting and enabling is […]