Alcohol Addiction

The Dangers of Sugar Addiction for People Recovering From Alcohol Use

Alcohol Addiction / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

Have you heard of the link between alcoholism and sugar addiction? Researchers think there may be some overlap in family genetics that show a preference for sweets and addictive substances such as alcohol. They suggest that the reason for this connection may be biological — substance addiction and sugar addiction share common neural pathways. This […]

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How Can I Overcome Boredom in Early Sobriety?

Alcohol Addiction / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

Boredom is a part of daily life, which can be detrimental for someone in early sobriety. Many people who have recently achieved abstinence find themselves with lots of free time. Getting caught up in a negative thought process can be easy when you don’t have anything to do. First of all, it is important to

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What Does a Sober and Balanced Lifestyle Look Like?

Alcohol Addiction / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

Have you ever envisioned living a sober and balanced life? What makes it appealing? Is this vision powerful enough to motivate you? Many recovering individuals lose hope because they do not have this kind of vision as a guide, a north star. Lifestyle imbalance may have been one factor for their substance use in the

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The Importance of Honesty and Transparency During Recovery

Alcohol Addiction / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

A sober and balanced lifestyle has a continuous and rewarding effect on everything else in your life. So how do recovering individuals get to this destination? Two key principles that define this transition from addiction to recovery are honesty and transparency. If you learn and abide by these rules, you will see improvements not just

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What to Look For in an Alumni Program

Alcohol Addiction / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

Whether you’re considering beginning residential treatment or have just completed treatment and are looking for the next steps, a facility with a quality alumni program can be incredibly beneficial. Active participation in a good alumni program provides a higher chance of long-term recovery. Let’s take a closer look at alumni programs and what makes one

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What Is Positive Peer Pressure?

Alcohol Addiction / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

We all know that substance use may be reinforced by peer pressure. For example, when people hang out with friends who use drugs and alcohol or place themselves in situations where they have access to substances, they become more likely to engage in continued use. However, can peer pressure work the other way? If so,

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Overcoming Denial in Addiction Recovery

Alcohol Addiction / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

Unfortunately, denial is common among people with substance use disorder (SUD). It is also one of the major barriers to treatment. To begin receiving treatment and overcoming SUD, one must first overcome denial so they can accept their need for help. Once denial has been removed, treatment can be more successful and recovery more lasting.

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How Does Detoxification Treatment Help Cleanse Your Liver?

Alcohol Addiction / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

Did you know that drugs and alcohol can damage your liver? In fact, even many over-the-counter medications and dietary supplements may cause liver injury. Because the liver plays a critical role in regulating blood sugar and filtering toxins from the blood, it is one of the most important human organs to protect and is one

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CEO/Entrepreneur Katherine ‘Kat’ Sorensen Launches Second Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facility in Orange County

Alcohol Addiction / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

Laguna Shores Recovery founder Katherine “Kat” Sorensen has a constant presence at her facility because, as an entrepreneur who is always seeking to learn from others, she appreciates interacting with clients. This year, Sorensen and her team launched a new project, signing a lease for a $7 million house in Dana Point, CA, to host

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How Do You Maintain Personal Accountability During Recovery?

Alcohol Addiction / Matthew Beck B.A, M.A, LMFT

Achieving sobriety takes hard work, and even more work to maintain it. Maintaining sobriety requires honesty, humility, and strong accountability structures. Holding yourself accountable for decisions regarding addiction and recovery might not be a common suggestion you hear, but it’s just as important as external accountability. Recovery experts generally avoid attributing addiction to personal choices

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