Alcohol Addiction

At Avalon Malibu, we've seen the benefits that can come when individuals have access to different therapeutic options. In this blog, we're going to cover what didactic therapy groups are. We'll also go over what you can expect when attending one and if they could be the right choice for you. As always, feel free to reach out to our Avalon Malibu staff if you're unsure about your treatment options. We can also help if you want to learn more about the various possibilities.

There's still a lot of stigma that surrounds addiction, but the reality is that it can impact anyone. Even famous people struggle with addiction, something that's become even clearer, as Tom Holland recently revealed his struggles. Let's go over the recovery journey of Tom Holland and discuss why it's so important to receive addiction treatment.

If you're new to recovery, then you probably have a few different questions. It's important to get answers to your questions so that you can set yourself up for success and have an informed recovery and mental health journey. One of the most common questions people have is whether or not they can be friends with someone who drinks while they're in recovery. In this blog, we'll answer this question and provide some tips for this specific situation.

There are a variety of different situations that many people are confronted with during recovery, and at Avalon Malibu, we've seen the effects they can have. One of the most challenging situations for many people is when they're offered a drink. In this blog, we're going to discuss what to do when you're offered a drink and are going to remain sober. Learning to say no can be extremely challenging; this blog is here to provide you with support.

There are a variety of different types of addictions and all of them are real. If you think you may be struggling with an addiction, understanding the differences between addictions is important. It's also essential to understand the treatment options that are available. In this blog, we will be discussing gambling addiction and how it is often treated. We will compare its treatment to treatment for drug and alcohol addictions as well.

At Avalon Malibu, we have a variety of different approaches. These approaches empower us to help clients succeed and meet their treatment goals. One of the most important approaches that we believe in is unconditional positive regard. In this blog, we're going to explain what exactly this approach is as well as some of its benefits we've seen at Avalon Malibu.

If you're like many people in the mental health sphere, then you're always looking for ways to take care of your mental health and better your emotional well-being. One of the best ways that you can do that is by practicing mindfulness. When you are more mindful, you're more aware of your consciousness and grounded in the present moment.

Did you know that getting a concussion can impact your mental health? Head injuries can have a variety of consequences both for mental and physical well-being. Let's discuss some ways a concussion can impact your mental health and what to do if you think you may be in this situation.

When it comes to mental health, different things work for different people. Some people benefit greatly from medication, while others rely on therapy as a way of managing their symptoms. In this blog, we'll discuss the many benefits that can come when someone chooses to use psychiatric medication in conjunction with attending therapy.

Alcohol is a depressant that can lead to serious medical complications when consumed with prescription medications. Numerous classes of drugs are purposefully mixed with alcohol to produce or intensify certain sensations. This article will discuss the dangers of this practice and tips for helping a person who is experiencing an overdose or alcohol poison.

Learning to slow down and rest is often what your body is longing for, even when your mind says to speed up and do more to be enough. This can feel especially true if you are used to constantly doing and being on the go, which can make slowing down and resting feel stressful more than it feels good.

Finding the motivation to recover when you are tired of healing can be difficult. Although it would be nice if the motivation was always present, this is not usually the case. To continue choosing recovery, remind yourself why you started in the moments when motivation feels absent and your recovery becomes vulnerable.