Do you consider yourself a spiritual person? Are you practicing any religion? If so, you do not need to consider spirituality a distraction during recovery from addiction. Quite the contrary, spirituality can be highly beneficial to recovering individuals. Furthermore, since recovery is a journey of self-exploration, your spiritual practices may support you in this area … Read more
Do you remember a time in life when you felt enriched by all kinds of experiences? When was the last time you enjoyed a new experience? Do you still long to live a richer life? Addiction has the potential to flatten your lived experiences. Your emotions became blunted, and you lose interest in many old … Read more
Do you know the difference between medical detox and medication-assisted treatment (MAT)? With so many terms used in the treatment space, it is no wonder many people get confused as to what various treatments entail. Medical detox and MAT are two such treatments that are often confused with each other. Laguna Shores Recovery Center offers … Read more
Have you joined a 12-Step program? If not, what are your hesitations? Given the many myths and misconceptions about 12-Step programs, maybe it is best to start by knowing more about them. Even if you are not operating under denialism about addiction treatment, these misconceptions can still influence your decision in utilizing the best care. … Read more
What works for relapse prevention? There is no magic pill, but there are important and basic skills that help you function well to prevent relapses. At Laguna Shores Recovery Center, we like to use “adulting” when referring to these life skills. Adults have to shoulder certain responsibilities that may involve work and other chores in … Read more
Regarding addiction recovery, residential treatment seems to be the golden standard. However, outpatient treatment programs may benefit many people with outside work, school, or family responsibilities to fulfill. Outpatient treatment differs from inpatient treatment in many ways, but it can be just as intensive and effective for many individuals seeking recovery. Is Outpatient Treatment Less … Read more
Benzo addiction happens when a person develops a dependence on benzodiazepine drugs. This group of medications is one of the most commonly prescribed in the United States. Therefore, it is important to know how to identify common signs of benzo addiction for early intervention and treatment. What Are Benzos? Benzos are commonly prescribed as calming … Read more
Depression is a genuine condition, and it can be difficult and painful to live with. When it leads to substance addiction, depression hurts more. Research shows that the complex co-morbidity of depression and addiction is prevalent and tends to worsen each other in an ever-tightening spiral. Luckily, depression and addiction are treatable if you find … Read more
Have you ever felt like you were living in a haze? Do you regret actions you made impulsively? Do things around you easily trigger you? If you feel this way, you are just one of the many people who suffer from the emotional and mental impact of substance addiction. Drinking or using alcohol and drugs … Read more
Did you know that around 50% of American adults will suffer from a mental health crisis at some point during their lifetime? We all face daily stressors that may build up to trigger a mental health crisis. It is important to recognize warning signs of worsening mental health before we break down. Defining a Mental … Read more
