Tag: recovery

Managing PTSD and Addiction Recovery

Managing PTSD and Addiction Recovery

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can lead to risky behaviors, such as substance use, to try and cope with your symptoms. This can bring you down a path of addiction and untreated mental health disorders. Managing PTSD can be a complex Read More ›

Coping With Bad Days in Recovery

Coping With Bad Days in Recovery

Just like everyone, individuals in recovery have bad days. However, bad days can make it difficult not to relapse, as individuals are often accustomed to turning to substances once they’ve had a bad day. In this blog, we’re going to Read More ›

Understanding the Stages of Change Model for Recovery

Understanding the Stages of Change Model for Recovery

Change doesn’t happen overnight. It is a long and challenging process, especially when you are changing addictive behaviors. Luckily, there are stages of change to make this process more understandable. The stages consist of the time before you realize that Read More ›

Addiction in the LGBTQIA+ Community

Addiction in the LGBTQIA+ Community

The stigmas and discrimination facing members of the LGBTQIA+ community can lead to additional stressors. These stressors can end with the development of various mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, and substance use disorder (SUD). Often members of the community Read More ›

How Giving Back Helps Sustain Lifelong Recovery

How Giving Back Helps Sustain Lifelong Recovery

Recovery from addiction is a lifelong journey. There can be shame associated with addiction and seeking help. At Avalon Malibu, we hope that giving back while in recovery is an act you’ll consider to help shed light on recovery from Read More ›

Unlocking Your Potential in Recovery

Unlocking Your Potential in Recovery

Recovery can be overwhelming. Some people don’t want to start their addiction recovery because they’re not sure if it’s possible to achieve their goals. However, unlocking your potential during recovery is entirely possible, especially when you have the right treatment Read More ›

Is IOP a Step Down in Recovery or a New Beginning?

Is IOP a Step Down in Recovery or a New Beginning?

If you’re currently examining your different addiction treatment options, you may be wondering if an IOP (intensive outpatient program) could be the right fit for you. If you’re hesitant to enter an IOP, you’re not alone. Many people are afraid Read More ›

Journal Prompts for Recovery

Journal Prompts for Long-Lasting Recovery

Did you know that it’s possible to use journal prompts for recovery? In fact, journaling can be an incredibly powerful tool in promoting a long-lasting recovery. Let’s dive into some journal prompts you can use if you’re interested. Journal Prompts Read More ›

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