by Keenen Diamond | Apr 6, 2022 | Addiction Treatment, Alcoholism, Drug Abuse, Love and Relationships, Recovery, Substance Abuse
When dealing with an addiction or substance abuse, it may feel not easy to ask for help. Once someone understands that they have a drug or alcohol addiction, it’s common to feel a sense of shame or even an urge to hide it from the ones you love. This may seem like the...
by Keenen Diamond | Apr 27, 2021 | Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis, Health and Wellness, Recovery, Substance Abuse
Drug and alcohol abuse has a devastating effect on everyone with a substance use disorder. However, certain conditions are unique to men or women. At Oceanfront Recovery in Laguna Beach, CA, our men’s rehab program addresses gender-specific issues in a safe...
by Keenen Diamond | Apr 21, 2021 | Drug Abuse, Addiction Treatment, Cocaine, Dual Diagnosis, Recovery, Substance Abuse
It’s a common desire in people to want to help their family members. However, what can you do for someone you love who has a cocaine addiction? Drug abuse affects more than the person with a substance abuse problem. So, make sure you also take care of yourself while...
by Keenen Diamond | Mar 5, 2021 | Prescription Drug Addiction Treatment Center, Addiction Treatment, Drug Abuse
There’s a growing link between Xanax and pop culture. Xanax is a type of benzodiazepine much like Klonopin and Valium. It’s often used to treat conditions such as anxiety and seizures. Yet, this medication can be abused and, when used incorrectly, can cause an...
by Keenen Diamond | Jan 30, 2021 | Health and Wellness, Addiction Treatment, Drug Abuse, Q&A
Most illegal substances have unseen physical health effects. Rarely do we consider the potential health risks to our bodies if they are not externally apparent. Nearly every illegal substance negatively affects the heart in both short and long terms ways. Stimulants...
