It’s easy to dismiss the idea of using a gratitude journal as part of recovery. If you’re not familiar with one, it may sound like an exercise in faking happiness. This kind of journal does not negate any negative feelings. Instead, it teaches you to count the positives that happen as you work on your […]
Author Archives: Alta Loma
COVID_-19, Mental Health
How Did DJ and Podcast Host Matt Pinfield Recover From Addiction During Quarantine?
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Oct
Oct
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected a lot of people who are struggling with addiction, cutting them off from the support that is so vital to their recovery. DJ, MTV VJ, and podcast host of “In a Lonely Place,” Matt Pinfield was one of countless individuals whose addiction recovery was further complicated by the pandemic. With […]
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Sep
Sep
Insomnia and substance use disorders (SUD) are often co-existing conditions. A person suffering from chronic insomnia is 5-10 times more likely to develop a SUD than somebody with normal sleep patterns. Insomnia, a disorder that prevents sleep, is often caused by stress. Acute insomnia is short-term and often occurs before a major stress-causing event like […]
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Sep
Sep
As you acclimate to life outside of your rehabilitation center, you will adopt new responsibilities in your life: walking the dog, cleaning your home, and caring for your body are some of the potential duties that you will assume after graduating from a residential treatment program. You are now in control of your schedule and, […]
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Sep
Sep
When a parent develops an addiction to alcohol, shifts in mood and behaviors altered by the addictive substance can inflict unintentional trauma on each member of the family and the familial unit. If your parent exhibits signs of alcohol reliance, such as irritability, memory loss, drinking constantly, drinking alone, and ranking drinking above other activities, […]
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Sep
Sep
Everybody is different and each of us require different methods of treatment to solve our mental, emotional, and health problems. There are a variety of early treatment options for individuals struggling with substance use disorder (SUD) ranging in duration, cost, residency options, and treatment philosophy. Before you consult a mental health professional for advice, you […]
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Sep
Sep
Professional treatment is the most effective strategy for combating substance use disorder. A 2006 study reveals that 62% of individuals who sought professional assistance for a SUD were succeeding in recovery three years after treatment, whereas only 43% of those who did not seek professional help saw progress in recovery. Nearly 57% of those who […]
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Sep
Sep
Recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) is a lifelong process that requires you to address and eradicate unhealthy behaviors developed during an extended period of substance abuse. The journey to recovery is not always smooth or comfortable, especially during your first months of sobriety. You will have to face the underlying causes of your SUD […]
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Sep
Sep
Our professional and social obligations keep us busy every hour of every day, and the constant stress of satisfying the needs of others without catering to your own needs takes a toll on mental health. Irritability, difficulty focusing, resentment toward others, sleeplessness, and loss of interest in work and social activities are all indicators that […]
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Sep
Sep
Simple acts of self-care like preparing your favorite healthy meal or taking a few minutes to meditate may seem insignificant, but those little acts go a long way! Caring for your mind and body is important in recovery. The work you do in therapy is difficult, and you may find yourself feeling exhausted and, after […]
