Addiction

At Avalon Malibu, we understand how overwhelming it can be to sort through all of your different treatment options. If you're at the beginning of selecting your treatment, then it may be helpful for you to take a tour of some of the facilities that you're considering. In this blog, we're going to go over some of the top reasons why a tour of Avalon Malibu could be your first step toward healing. Ready to get started?

Many addictions do not involve substances but instead involve compulsive behaviors that are self-defeating and self-destructive. While similar to substance use disorder (SUD), a process addiction varies in important ways. Process addictions can come in many different forms, including shopping, gambling, internet browsing, and even exercising. Fortunately, mindfulness meditation techniques can help. Combining these unique practices with traditional psychotherapy can enhance the healing process. A process addiction can be challenging to live with, but many people experience great benefits after moving forward with holistic therapy at Avalon Malibu.

CONTENT WARNING: This blog includes mentions of eating disorders that may be triggering to some. This blog specifically discusses binge eating disorder and it may be difficult for some readers.

Overwhelming health anxiety is something that many people face. This can make it incredibly difficult to go about your daily life. If you're experiencing health anxiety, then this Avalon Malibu blog is for you. Let's go over some of the most common things we recommend to our Avalon Malibu clients when they're dealing with health anxiety.

Student mental health is an incredibly important topic, but it's one that's not often talked about. In this Avalon Malibu blog, we're going to go over some of the best ways that you can support the students in your life. Before we get started, it's important to note that everyone has a different mental health situation. What works well for one person may not work well for another, so make sure to tailor the following options so that they make sense for your specific situation.

The effects of avoidant personality disorder (AVPD) can interfere with one's ability to form healthy relationships. Although many individuals with AVPD prefer to be alone, the effects of the condition can still feel isolating. AVPD is commonly linked with co-occurring mental health conditions that can often worsen the condition. Therefore, social support is a critical part of the healing process. Fortunately, moving forward with an alumni program at Avalon Malibu can help a person better cope with this condition and live a more socially connected lifestyle.

CONTENT WARNING: This blog includes mentions of ways to prevent suicide. If this topic is triggering for you, this may not be the best blog post for you to read. Feel free to reach out to the team here at Avalon Malibu if you're struggling with suicidal thoughts and you'd like support. We're here to help and understand how complicated this topic can be.

Managing mental illness can be complicated and there often isn't one perfect solution. At Avalon Malibu, we strongly believe in the importance of mental health medication. With that being said, there are a few things we tell our Avalon Malibu clients when they begin taking medication. Let's go over some of those things and share what you need to know about this type of medication.

If you're in the process of choosing a treatment center, you may be feeling a little bit overwhelmed. There are so many different options to choose from and it can be challenging to narrow down all of your different choices. At Avalon Malibu, there are a few warning signs that we tell people to watch out for when touring a center. Let's discuss what some of these top warning signs are so that you can watch out for them and make sure that you're choosing the right treatment center. As always, don't hesitate to reach out to a member of our Avalon Malibu staff if you have further questions.

Maintaining abstinence from harmful substances can be difficult while in treatment and recovery. Cravings inevitably arise. Unwanted substance exposure and emotional triggers can worsen those cravings. Daily life stressors can also contribute to substance use, including self-medicating with Adderall to cope. It can be difficult to overcome Adderall addiction because of its intense withdrawal symptoms. Fortunately, medical detox therapy at Avalon Malibu can help ease symptoms and restore well-being, leading to lasting sobriety.

Receiving a second mental health diagnosis can be complex. Some people feel relief when they get a diagnosis, while others are confused or unsure. At Avalon Malibu, many of our clients have multiple diagnoses, so this is something that we're very familiar with. Let's go over some of the things we recommend here at Avalon Malibu if you've recently received a second mental health diagnosis.

At Avalon Malibu, we help clients dealing with a variety of different mental health concerns. In this blog, we're going to discuss managing seasonal affective disorder. Let's go over our approach at Avalon Malibu and the things that we recommend when someone is dealing with this specific disorder.