Crystal meth is short for methamphetamine, an artificial stimulant chemically similar to amphetamine. Some would argue that meth is one of the most addictive and toxic drugs out there. Recreational use can quickly devolve into addiction, which is accompanied by… Read More ›
Category: Addiction
How Movement Can Help in Addiction Recovery
Beginning to integrate movement into your life to focus on your physical health, along with mental health, can be valuable as you begin treatment for substance use and mental illness. At Avalon Malibu, we take a holistic approach to healing… Read More ›
Learned Agoraphobia and Its Effects on Addiction
The continued Covid-19 pandemic has affected everyone’s approach to social life in various ways. Whether dealing with frigid temperatures or few hours of daylight in Winter, your thoughts of going outside are polluted with a checklist of preparations and dangers… Read More ›
The Effects of Cocaine Addiction on the Body
Cocaine is a highly addictive drug that drastically affects the mind, and its ramifications on the body are detrimental. Cocaine addiction is difficult to overcome. While recovery is possible, it is necessary to address the physical, mental, and emotional effects… Read More ›
Allowing Yourself to Feel Good
If you have been thinking about beginning the process of recovery from trauma, mental illness, and/or substance use disorder (SUD), feeling good may feel like a foreign concept. If you are struggling with SUD and mental illness, you may get… Read More ›
Addiction and Stress in Academia
Your educational journey can be an endless source of enjoyment that also comes with a great deal of stress. This is true whether you are dealing with the responsibilities of collegiate courses or navigating the pressure of high school expectations.… Read More ›
Taking a Day Off – How to Do It Right
Stress is a common occurrence throughout everyday life. While the sources of stress can change, the universal experience of stress is a constant struggle that can whittle your mental health and emotional resiliency. Due to these stresses, you may find… Read More ›
The Importance of Aftercare Planning
Addiction is an uncurbable disease whose symptoms make detection and diagnosis a complex road to navigate. You can learn to cope with the lingering effects of addiction that may never cease. This does not mean that living a healthy, sober… Read More ›
Creating Boundaries With Loved Ones Suffering From Addiction
Helping a loved one through the turbulent journey of addiction recovery is a noble effort. Wanting your loved one to transform and succeed takes dedication and empathy in equal measure. It is essential to set boundaries between yourself and their… Read More ›
Making the Most of Your Time in Individual Therapy
Individual therapy is the cornerstone of many therapeutic programs. As you strive to better understand these aspects of yourself that have shaped your decision-making processes, you will gain a powerful resource through sitting down one on one with a therapist.… Read More ›
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