Do you ever wonder if holistic treatments work? If so, what makes them essential for addiction recovery? The word “holistic” is used to mean the entire person. Rather than focusing on a narrow issue, holistic methods consider a wider spectrum of health outcomes, including physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions. Healed together, these different aspects … Read more
Have you heard of aftercare or continuing care in addiction recovery? These terms refer to the stage of recovery following the completion of an intensive treatment phase. Research shows that long-term aftercare or continuing care can produce more positive effects. It has become a consensus among recovery experts that aftercare is not an optional part … Read more
If you have a loved one who struggles with substance addiction but still hesitates to begin detox treatment, it is natural to feel the urge to push them into rehab. Before you do that, there are things you should try to understand first about their hesitation. The more you understand their concerns and become informed … Read more
Some people may associate addiction treatment with detox and 12-Step meetings. But do you know that a wide variety of non-12-Step programs exist out there? This may be good news for those who hesitate about relying on a “higher power” or predesigned steps. Non-12-Step programs, including cognitive therapies, motivational interviewing, contingency management, experiential therapy, adventure … Read more
It is no news that exposure to traumatic experiences may increase people’s vulnerability to substance use disorders. Scientific research has proven the high correlation between trauma and addiction. When these adverse and traumatic experiences occur in childhood and within the home environment, the negative health impacts can be even more long-lasting. In general, people who … Read more
Do you know that substance addiction is a common risk factor for self-harm? If you or a loved one experiences suicidal thoughts while recovering from addiction, you must seek help from health professionals. At Laguna Shores Recovery Center, our recovery experts provide dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to help alleviate thoughts and behaviors of self-harm. DBT … Read more
When it comes to detox, people may think that it is a treatment phase during residential rehab. But do you know that the body continues to detox even after completing residential rehab? This happens through healthy eating, regular exercise, and quality sleep. Health professionals at Laguna Shores Recovery Center try very hard to help you … Read more
Substance addiction often brings a range of devastations to family life. If you are married, it is most likely that this significant relationship has suffered lots of damage. While addiction can surely take a heavy toll on a marriage relationship, treatment and recovery are also the time when you need to invest extra efforts in … Read more
Do you associate recovery with fun? If not, why? Many people hold to the belief that addiction recovery is hard work and no fun is allowed. Or they may consider nothing fun outside of the use of drugs and alcohol. This definition of “fun” needs revisiting. In fact, without the fun element, addiction recovery will … Read more
Like many addiction treatment facilities that offer cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) as a gold standard program, Laguna Shores Recovery Center has top-rated CBT therapists and experts. While you are considering beginning this type of therapy, maybe it is a good idea to get informed about its many benefits. Benefit #1: CBT Offers Structured Psychotherapy You may … Read more
