Tag: addictions

The Detrimental Impact of Process Addictions

December 3, 2021 Avalon Malibu Staff Addiction

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When mentioning “addiction,” you may think of a dependence on drugs or alcohol – the addictive substances that can greatly impact an individual’s health and daily life. However, the definition of addiction is much broader, encompassing more than drinking or… Read More ›

Sleep-Deprived: Your Ultimate Guide to What Disrupts Our Sleep in Addiction Recovery

August 9, 2019 Avalon Malibu Recovery Addiction

Sleep quality and quantity are incredibly important to living a happier, healthier life, but unfortunately, too many of us miss out on this more than once a week. Addiction recovery comes equipped with many ups and downs, especially as we’re… Read More ›

Are Addictions Genetic Or Environmental?

September 13, 2017 Avalon Malibu Addiction

Addictions have a wide range of causes and no one cause is more relevant than the other. There are those in the addiction community who believe that the causes of our addictions are not important. What is important is getting… Read More ›

Why Do I Have To Become Powerless?

November 20, 2016 Avalon Malibu Addiction

Power is a powerful thing. Jimi Hendrix once said, “When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.” As addicts and alcoholics in a constant power struggle with our drug of choice, we know… Read More ›