Have you ever been looking at recovery quotes or spaces and seen the phrase “good vibes only?” If you have been to a recovery space in the last year, you have most likely seen this posted. However, even with its good intentions, “good vibes only” actually rests in a place of toxic positivity. Feeling happy […]
Author Archives: Alta Loma
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We continue to struggle with the opioid epidemic and the COVID-19 pandemic is making people more susceptible to drug abuse to control their stress. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention discovered there were 81,000 overdose deaths between June 2019 and May 2020. By being aware of which addictive drugs have the potential to kill […]
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Now that the weekend is over, it is time to get back to work on Monday and do your best. However, sometimes Sunday nights can feel sluggish or put you down. Perhaps you are anxious, stressed, or depressed about the week ahead. While you cannot control everything that happens to you, there are things you […]
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Addiction affects people’s lives in various ways, including altering their brain’s reward system and changing the way they behave. You’ll often find that those struggling with addiction may not want to take responsibility for their actions in addiction and often deflect the blame onto external circumstances and other individuals. However, recovery is about learning to […]
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People are increasingly abusing opioid pain medication after they experience surgery or other medical problems needing pain management. According to Medscape, patients involved with substance abuse are generally undertreated for pain which results in poor pain management and withdrawal if they stop. Substance abuse needs to be seen by the medical community as a chronic […]
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Every day, you talk to yourself in your head and out loud, often not realizing how this affects your overall wellbeing. In today’s society, self-deprecating jokes have become the norm as people belittle themselves and brush it off with a laugh. However, this can have a profound effect on your mental health. Negative self-talk can […]
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Not only can drugs and alcohol ruin a person’s health, but they can ruin your career, as well. Working while under the influence can lead to physical and mental difficulties that can lead to unemployment if left untreated. By going into addiction recovery treatment, you can save your career and your life. How Drug Addiction […]
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In the United States, Xanax is one of the most addictive and commonly used drugs. Often prescribed to treat insomnia and anxiety, many individuals fall victim to its addictive qualities. This benzodiazepine is harmful to teens and adults alike, often resulting in deadly long-term health consequences. Luckily, there is hope for individuals struggling with a […]
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It can be intimidating for those considering therapy to see the stigmas surrounding it and other false information. Watching TV and movies can cause people to be hesitant to seek help from a therapist because they believe the scenes portrayed in their favorite shows are what truly happens. However, therapy is a very real way […]
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Once you have taken the brave choice in choosing to seek addiction treatment, the next obstacle to overcome is where to go. There are a lot of factors to consider about which treatment center is right for you such as its living environment, therapies offered, types of addiction and mental illnesses treated. By knowing the […]
