Addiction

Recovery requires inspiration. If you are ready to face your addiction and get sober, be inspired by these three important tips and words of encouragement. Don’t Give Up Some days are going to be harder than others. Doubt is going to overshadow hope. A day might fly by or it will crawl. Weathering the storm now will put you in the best place to face more storms in the future without turning to drugs and alcohol. Even when you feel you’ve hit your limit and you’ve got nothing left- don’t give up. You can and you will make it. It’s completely possible. Feel your feelings, experience your experiences. Take it one single day or one single hour at a time. You’re The Only One You Can Do This For People try to get sober to please other people- the wife that won’t stop crying, the parents who cut us off, the friends who don’t want to hang out with us anymore. We get sober for our children, we get sober for our jobs, we get sober for the government and the law. Dedicating our sobriety and doing it in honor of people is one thing, but doing it for other people is another. This journey is about you. Nobody else is doing what you are doing right now. Your recovery is yours. As a result, everyone else in your life will be affected. People rarely make it when it isn’t about them changing their own lives for their own lives sake. Why? The truth It’s Worth It Right now in the depths of your struggles you might not be able to see how. Going through detox, suffering symptoms of withdrawal, dealing with uncomfortable and unfamiliar emotions...it all seems like too much. Looking into the future brings you nothing but anxiety and that’s hard to handle right now. If you could look and see what millions of others around the world are seeing every day, you might paint a different picture for yourself. You don’t have to know how or why, but you have to trust that it simply will be. Your life is about to change in ways you can only begin to predict. You are going to feel better, be happier, and live differently. Every struggle, every trial, and every tribulation is worth it. One day you are going to look back and realize the people who told you that were right all along. Avalon By The Sea of Malibu offers certified treatment for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. We know the road to recovery is hard. You don’t have to do it alone. Start your journey today, with us. For a confidential assessment and more information on our treatment programs, call 1-888-958-7511.

Navigating the holidays for the newly sober is rarely easy. It's rarely easy for those who are not in recovery! Despite the stress commonly associated with big meals, sensitive family discussions and tight schedules, those in recovery might actually be better equipped for the impending triggers. Just remember that with tips like these, those who've sought treatment for addiction or a mental health condition can successfully reconnect with their loved ones and rediscover the spirit of the holidays with enlightenment and understanding.

Substance abuse can have a devastating impact on your body, on your life and on the lives of those around you. While you are pregnant, the choices you make can impact the future health of your baby. If you use drugs while you are pregnant, there is a chance that your baby will develop neonatal abstinence syndrome. Understanding the effects of your substance abuse on the health of your child can help you make the best choice for you and your baby.

Writing is frequently used in addiction recovery programs, most commonly in the form of journaling. During rehabilitation, the process of journaling can help a person learn more about themselves, reduce stress levels, increase accountability, clarify feelings, track progress and more.

Suboxone is a popular medication used to help people overcome an addiction to opiates, which include heroin and prescription painkillers. While the medication can be a lifesaver when used under close medical supervision, an increasing number of people are abusing the drug.

Marijuana is often portrayed as a fun, harmless substance. There are countless examples in the media of young people casually using marijuana, and its use is often linked with a certain carefree attitude. While it may not be as addictive or harmful as other drugs, frequent marijuana use may have a negative effect on your body and brain, and addiction to it may be genetically linked to other mental disorders.

Abuse of methamphetamines is one of the fastest-growing drug trends in the United States.

Passing the bar exam for licensure to practice law is well known to be an intensely difficult test, one that challenges even the most prepared candidate. But according to a recent study, lawyers may be facing even greater difficulties after conquering the bar exam.

The widespread use of cell phones has turned into an obsession for many people. The ubiquitous presence of these mobile devices leads many to lampoon the bizarre love affair people have with smart phones.

In a letter accompanying Facebook’s initial public offering, founder Mark Zuckerberg clarified the underlying goal of the social network was to bring people together, "to make the world more open and connected.” Based on the extraordinary popularity of the service, it appears they are well on their way to exceeding that goal.

Mixing substances is a common activity among people who suffer from addiction. When tolerance for a drug increases, it becomes harder and harder to achieve the desired effects; adding another substance to the mix becomes a way to get the high you crave. With this knowledge in mind, it's no surprise that nearly half of addiction-treatment clients have been found to suffer from addiction to more than one substance. Experimenting with drug cocktails can cause serious health effects, and sometimes mixing substances can even be deadly. In this post, we'll take a closer look at certain drug combinations and discuss the risks of mixing substances.

Ketamine is a hospital-grade anesthetic used by doctors and veterinarians that has gained popularity since the 1980s as a "club drug" for its psychedelic, euphoric effects, particularly in the club and rave scene.