Addiction is a chronic disease that stems from chemical dependence on drugs and alcohol. Overcoming addiction, like raising a child, can take a village. Many believe detox is the hardest part of recovery, but that is not the case. Many of the most challenging aspects of recovery come later. Fortunately, having a stable foundation of…
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Recovering from a substance use disorder involves a total reorientation of lifestyle, priorities, and relationships. Many people find that it’s overwhelming and challenging to deal with the triggers and temptations that are present in their daily environments. Enrolling in a residential treatment program in Laguna Beach provides a serene and refreshing atmosphere for recovery that…
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The decision to seek treatment for an addiction is a significant milestone. However, it can be challenging to understand what to do next once you’ve made the decision. Understanding the options available and knowing where to start treatment can ease the transition. Many people use “rehab” and “detox” interchangeably. While the two things are related,…
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A Substance abuse disorder is rarely limited to addiction itself. Many people struggling with drug or alcohol addiction also suffer from unresolved trauma and mental health disorders. Treating addiction without attending to corresponding mental-emotional distress is like trying to use play-doh for a heart transplant. It’s wholly ineffective. Dual diagnosis treatment recognizes the relationship between…
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Cognitive-behavioral therapy is a type of psycho-social intervention aiming to alleviate mental distress symptoms such as anxiety and depression by reprogramming negative thought patterns to amend harmful behaviors. It has proven successful in treating substance use disorders when combined with other forms of addiction treatment. At Oceanfront Recovery, we pride ourselves on individualized addiction treatment…
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Once you’ve decided to seek treatment for a substance use disorder, the next step is choosing a rehab facility that is right for you. Assessing your needs, knowing what options are available, and selecting a program that meets your needs and desires will significantly increase the odds of making a successful long-term recovery. Rehab is…
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Seeking treatment for a substance use disorder is courageous. While it may seem daunting to enter a rehabilitation center, asking the right questions and assessing your options can ensure that you enter the right program. A little upfront research and interviewing the center before checking in will ensure that you’re in a safe, comfortable environment…
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The cost of addiction is immense and extends well beyond the financial realm taking a heavy toll on a person’s physical health, mental health, family, and community. Therefore, addiction treatment is an investment in health, wealth, and longevity. At Oceanfront Recovery, we understand that investing in recovery is an investment in your future self, family,…
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Addiction is a growing health concern in California and across the United States. Since 2020, LA County has recorded 2,992,298 or more opioid prescriptions annually. Many more people suffer from unrecorded addictions to a wide range of substances. Overall, only 10% of people formally diagnosed with a substance use disorder in Los Angeles county access…
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Since 2020, the number of prescriptions for opioids in LA County has remained at or above 2,992,298. Fentanyl overdose has resulted in a ten-fold increase in deaths since 2015, while heroin-related ER visits have more than doubled, and amphetamine-related ER visits since 2018 in Los Angeles, California, increased by fifty percent. Despite these statistics, only…
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