It is only natural for people to compare their progress with others in recovery. However, comparison in recovery can be harmful to one’s mental health. Comparing oneself can be especially damaging in recovery as it can stall one’s progress and… Read More ›
Category: Addiction
Questions to Ask Yourself About Your Recovery
Asking yourself questions is a great way to learn more about your individual journey and motivations. This becomes especially true when people are in recovery. In this blog, we’re going to go over some questions to ask yourself if you’re… Read More ›
Discussing and Understanding Postpartum Depression
Understanding postpartum depression can be complicated. In this blog, we’re going to dive into this topic further and go over some of the most important things to know about postpartum depression. At Avalon Malibu, we have years of experience treating… Read More ›
What Is Bipolar Mania?
Bipolar mania is something that people with bipolar disorder experience. In this blog, we’re going to go over more information about what bipolar mania is, as well as some of the top things you should know about it. As always,… Read More ›
Understanding Genetics and Mental Illnesses
Flipping through the new patient paperwork can feel exhausting. One of the most common questions a medical health professional may ask is, “Has anyone in your family ever been diagnosed with a mental health condition?”. Knowing there is a strong… Read More ›
The Power of Music in Treatment
When it comes to mental health and substance use treatment, there are so many different options. At Avalon Malibu, we love incorporating different options so that our clients get the best results possible. Using music in treatment can be extremely… Read More ›
What is an SSRI?
If you’ve ever heard of an SSRI, you may have questions. So, what is an SSRI? In this blog, we’re going to answer this question and provide you with the information you need to know before starting an SSRI. As… Read More ›
Important Mental Health Statistics
At Avalon Malibu, we’re passionate about providing mental health resources and education. That’s one of the reasons why we’re constantly updating our blog. In this blog post, we’re going to go over some important mental health statistics you should be… Read More ›
Learning How to Express Tough Emotions
It can be challenging for some individuals to express tough emotions in healthy ways. If people do not express their emotions freely, they may unintentionally harbor negative thoughts. Emotion suppression can often lead to mental health complications and unhealthy behaviors.… Read More ›
Bipolar Disorder and Addiction
The relationship between bipolar disorder and addiction is a topic that’s not often discussed, but that doesn’t mean that it’s not important. At Avalon Malibu, we’ve seen the many effects that this topic can have on patients. In this blog,… Read More ›