Tag: psychosis

Understanding Psychosis Intervention

May 3, 2024 Addiction

Psychosis intervention is certainly an important topic, but it’s not often talked about. In this blog, we’re going to go over some things that are important to understand about psychosis intervention. As always, don’t hesitate to reach out to crisis… Read More ›

Party Drugs: MDMA Addiction and Recovery

February 2, 2023 Avalon Malibu Staff Addiction

MDMA, also known as ecstasy, is a popular party drug typically used by those 25 years old and younger. Repeated use of party drugs, specifically MDMA, can lead to addiction and harmful health risks. Understand what MDMA is, the dangers… Read More ›

Cannabis Use and Psychosis: Recent Studies Find the Two Are Linked

August 11, 2019 Avalon Malibu Addiction Mental Health

There’s been much debate lately over the influence of cannabis and the development of psychosis and disorders such as schizophrenia; many people believe that since cannabis is a natural substance, that it’s harmless. It’s important to remember, however, that any… Read More ›

This Unexpected Venture Could Cause you to Develop Psychosis

March 8, 2018 Avalon Malibu Trauma Therapy Mental Health

Many of us have become familiar with the causes of mental disorders – genetics, environmental factors, traumatic events, substance abuse problems and individual tendencies are a few of the most common ways to develop a mental disorder. Time Magazine has… Read More ›

What Is The Difference Between Psychosis And Psychopathy?

April 27, 2017 Avalon Malibu Mental Health QA Addiction

Psychosis and psychopathy, or being psychotic, often get confused. Mostly, this is because of a harmful image portrayed by the media regarding psychosis and psychopathy. Psychosis is a set of symptoms which can spread across various mental health disorders, which… Read More ›