Receiving a mental health diagnosis can be a transformative experience. For parents, the impact is magnified by the responsibility of caring for children while managing their own well-being. Balancing parenthood with a new diagnosis can be difficult. However, with the… Read More ›
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How to Talk About Mental Health With Family
Speaking about mental health with family can be complicated and we understand that here at Avalon Malibu. If you want to speak with your family about your mental health, this blog is for you. Let’s go over some of the… Read More ›
The Role of Family in Mental Health Treatment and Recovery
When it comes to mental health treatment, there are so many different factors to consider. If you have a family member who’s currently in treatment, then this blog was written for you. Let’s go over some of the ways that… Read More ›
The Importance of Family Involvement in Recovery
Family involvement has been shown to increase the success rate in your recovery, according to an article published by the journal BMJ Open. Involving the family, along with other therapy methods, helps provide motivation, accountability, and support during your recovery.… Read More ›
How to Set Boundaries With Friends and Family in Recovery
There are often so many different components of recovery that it can be somewhat overwhelming. Understanding all of your different options and possible strategies for recovery can be helpful so that you can make an informed decision and set yourself… Read More ›
Can Family Members Exacerbate Addiction?
There are so many things that can contribute to an addiction. However, many people don’t realize that families are one of the leading contributors. Those on the path to recovery need to understand the role their family members may be… Read More ›
What to Do When Your Family Doesn’t Support Your Recovery
There are so many different external factors that can influence your addiction recovery. One of the most influential factors is having family there to support you. However, if you don’t have a supportive family, you’re not alone. Many people don’t… Read More ›
How to Speak With Your Children About Mental Health
As children get older, parents must make many important decisions. One of the most common questions that parents may have is how to speak to their children about various mental health topics. Let’s discuss some appropriate ways you can effectively… Read More ›
The Role of Family Support During Addiction Recovery
There are so many different things that can help individuals succeed in their recovery. Making sure that you’re setting yourself up for success in recovery can provide you with peace of mind and the assurance that you’re doing everything possible… Read More ›
9 Ways to Deal With Difficult Family Interactions
The burdens of life are often easier to bear when a person has a solid familial unit. Each member helps in a way specific to the individual. Those lacking these meaningful connections may feel like something is always missing in… Read More ›