by Keenen Diamond | Jan 6, 2021 | Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis, Recovery, Treatment
Addiction recovery is possible when you choose to seek help. At Oceanfront Recovery in Laguna Beach, California, we offer a range of services to get you back on the right track. Whether you need detox because you are actively abusing substances or looking for a...
by Keenen Diamond | Jun 26, 2019 | Addiction Treatment, Q&A
Acamprosate is a drug that is used to treat dependence on alcohol which also helps reduce relapse. Alcohol cravings can be decreased by supporting brain activity. People who used acamprosate in clinical trials may lose interest in alcohol. The use of the drug may not...
by Keenen Diamond | May 7, 2019 | Q&A, Treatment
Some people are thinking about going to rehab or treatment for addiction. While this is a good thing in and of itself, the treatment program may bring up anxieties, fears, and other worries about what to expect. There are best care practices that can help a person...
by Keenen Diamond | Feb 21, 2019 | Addiction Treatment, PTSD, Q&A
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health disorder caused by witnessing a traumatic event or experiencing it first hand. Those who experience PTSD may end up using self-medicating techniques like drugs or alcohol to reduce anxiety and stress. Most...
by Keenen Diamond | Jan 28, 2019 | Life in Recovery, Sobriety
The first 60 days of sobriety will be very challenging. Addiction affects all aspects of a person’s life. The brain becomes physically and psychologically dependent on drugs and alcohol. In treatment, you will learn how to make lifestyle changes to cope. The...
