Addiction

Anxiety and stress are things that many of us deal with on a daily basis. With that being said, it can be extremely difficult to cope with these things. At Avalon Malibu, we help people deal with anxiety and stress that occurs in their lives. In this blog, we're going to go over some strategies and tips that you can use to deal with anxiety and stress.

A combination of factors increases an individual's risk of engaging in alcohol and drug use – as well as developing substance use disorder (SUD) and addiction – throughout their life. There are well-known risk factors for addiction, such as untreated trauma, early exposure to substance abuse, and genetic vulnerabilities. Yet, risk factors are often left under-discussed, such as an individual's unique attachment style. Meanwhile, understanding attachment styles, as well as the inherent link between addiction and attachment styles, can serve as a protective factor against SUD as well as motivate treatment entry and recovery for those who are struggling.

Gender bias is something that exists in many different areas. Unfortunately, one of those areas is the mental health space. At Avalon Malibu, we strongly believe that we should be doing things to break down gender bias in the mental health field. In this blog, we're going to discuss what to know about this topic.

Coordinating mental health care can be challenging and complicated, so let's dive into this topic further. If you have questions at any point, don't hesitate to reach out to our Avalon Malibu team and we'll be happy to provide you with some more information.

Understanding mental health treatment progress can look different for everyone. In this blog, we're going to go over some things to consider about this topic and mental health in general. As always, feel free to reach out to our Avalon Malibu team if you have further questions. Let's get started and go over some things to consider when you're thinking about mental health treatment progress.

At Avalon Malibu, we understand that there are a lot of different people who are mental health caretakers. This is a serious role and one that should be respected, so let's go over some tips and tricks that those in this position can use. As always, don't be afraid to look at the following options and modify them to make the most sense for your situation.

There are so many different factors to consider when it comes to selecting the right therapist. In this blog, we're going to go over some things to consider when you're in the process of selecting the right therapist for you. As always, don't hesitate to reach out to our Avalon Malibu team if you'd like to learn more about the therapy options we provide.

Psychosis intervention is certainly an important topic, but it's not often talked about. In this blog, we're going to go over some things that are important to understand about psychosis intervention. As always, don't hesitate to reach out to crisis services if you or someone you know is in need of immediate attention and care.

Receiving an obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) diagnosis can be different for everyone. Some people welcome their diagnosis and feel relief. On the other hand, other people feel skeptical or upset when they get an OCD diagnosis. In this blog, we're going to go over some things you should know if you or your loved one has been diagnosed with OCD recently.

It's no secret that families can be complicated. When unhealthy family cycles continue, people's mental health can be impacted and the effects can ripple through generations. If you're someone who's been wanting to break those unhealthy family cycles, then this blog is for you. Let's discuss this topic further and go over some things that you should keep in mind if you're in this situation.

There are so many different ways that you can improve your mental health, and we love exploring them at Avalon Malibu. One of the best ways to improve your mental health is through exercise. In this blog, we're going to go over some of the mental health benefits of walking. Are you ready to get started and go over some of the reasons why we at Avalon Malibu recommend adding walking into your daily routine?

Many people balk at the concept of spirituality in addiction recovery. Unfortunately, this initial pushback prohibits many people from receiving the benefits that spirituality in recovery can have to offer. A famous quote in the recovery world is often attributed to the iconic English philosopher and psychologist Herbert Spencer. It goes, “There is a principle which is a bar against all information, which is proof against all arguments, and which cannot fail to keep a man in everlasting ignorance – that principle is contempt prior to investigation.” Yes, the keys to healing with spirituality in addiction recovery are to keep an open mind and a willingness to grow.