Tag: cocaine and mental health
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Depression and Alcoholism
Many people with mental health disorders develop co-occurring substance use disorders. In some cases, alcohol addiction can lead to the development of mental health disorders. No matter which comes first, treating both at the same time is critical to long-term recovery. Dual diagnosis, our treatment plan for this, can be highly effective for many people.…
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How Meth Damages Your Mental Health
Meth is one of the most damaging illicit drugs used today. Use of this drug can lead to long-term physical and mental health complications, often impacting people’s relationships, work habits, and self-worth. Most people are aware of meth’s physical effects on the body, but meth is most catastrophic to the mind. Meth and mental health…
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Living Sober After Rehab
What is it like to be sober after rehab? It’s hard for people living in active addiction to see what life can be like outside of the never-ending quest for narcotics. Addiction is all-encompassing and impacts so many areas of people’s lives. Life after rehab is easier with the right support network. Having a support…
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How Music Can Help During Recovery
Do you remember spending time as a kid listening to music as loud as you could? It helped to drown out all of the frustrations, fears, and anxieties you had to deal with, at least for a few minutes. That’s a good way to look at when it comes to music and recovery from alcohol…
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Getting Alcoholism Treatment
Alcoholism treatment is highly effective and readily available. If you’re using alcohol consistently or binge drinking often, your body has adapted to it. Having a high tolerance increases alcohol’s destructive properties. Alcohol addiction is a disease that must be taken seriously. At Solution Based Treatment, we offer alcohol addiction treatment that’s highly effective at helping…
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Signs of Cocaine Abuse
Cocaine is a stimulant. That means it increases the central nervous system’s activity, giving you energy and focus that you may not otherwise have. Yet, cocaine dependence often develops rapidly. As a highly addictive drug, many people cannot stop using it once they start. If you’re suffering from cocaine use disorder and you’re ready to…
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5 Relapse Prevention Tips
In drug and alcohol treatment, one of the biggest fears many people have is relapsing. It can happen – and you are always at risk of it. Yet, with the right support and a few relapse prevention tips, you may be able to avoid addiction relapse. You may be able to stay on the path…
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Stages of Detox
Detox is an essential step in substance abuse treatment. It takes time, often requires a significant amount of discomfort, and relies on your ability to detox in a safe, positive environment. Yet, there are many rewards that come from detoxing and removing dangerous drugs from your system. At Solution Based Treatment, our detox program will…
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Veterans and Substance Abuse
Most of us will never know the pain soldiers carry, but PTSD is complicated. Some veterans don’t want to live in the past. Others suffer out of respect for their fallen comrades. If you are concerned that unresolved trauma might be affecting your life, self-worth, temper, substance abuse, relationships, or conflict resolution skills in ways…
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Addiction in the Workplace
Contrary to what many people believe, those who are battling substance use disorders may still be going to work and holding down their jobs. It is estimated that over 70 percent of people abusing illicit drugs in the U.S. are still employed. Most are binge drinkers, based on the study’s findings. If you have become…
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Maintaining Sobriety After Rehab
You’ve worked hard to complete rehab and emerge into your new life transformed. Right now, you’re committed to never going back to life before, a life of active addiction. You see the opportunity and expansion of life that awaits you on the recovery path. But do you have a plan for maintaining sobriety after rehab?…
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Opioid Abuse in California
The opioid crisis has impacted so many people throughout the country. If it’s affecting you, then it’s essential that you have access to the care you need for opioid abuse treatment. At Solution Based Treatment, we offer detox and opioid addiction rehabilitation services to our clients; call us at 833.999.1941 to get started. What Is the…
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What is Partial Hospitalization?
When looking at various treatment options, you’ll probably come across the term partial hospitalization, which almost seems like an oxymoron. It is actually an effective hybrid plan that offers flexibility while providing a safe and nurturing environment for those undergoing treatment for substance use disorder or mental health problems. What is Partial Hospitalization? Partial hospitalization…
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Benefits of Rehab Aftercare
When you take the first steps toward sober living, you first go through a detox program to wean your body off toxic substances. Then, you go through substance abuse addiction treatment. At Solution Based Treatment in Murrieta, CA, we provide additional support to help you transition back to living on your own. Learn more about…
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Staging an Intervention
If you have a loved one with an alcohol or drug addiction, you might feel like you’ve already tried everything. We want you to know that interventions don’t need to be perfect; they just need to get people into the treatment they desperately need. Staging a proper intervention can help get people into treatment and…
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How California Is Battling the Opioid Crisis
California’s Department of Health Care Services has several projects and programs in place to help lessen the opioid epidemic’s devastating effects on the state.
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Why Experts Use DBT for Drug Addiction Treatment
Today, behavioral health experts use DBT to treat substance use challenges because the practice is realistic about sobriety and abstinence, teaches people in recovery how to deal with difficult emotions, and helps individuals develop healthy coping and interpersonal skills.
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Why Do Experts Use CBT for Drug Addiction?
Although there are many different types of behavioral therapies available to treat substance use challenges, most addiction recovery experts use cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT. Here’s why.
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Beaches: Outdoor Sober Adventures in Southern California
Managing stress can be one of the most effective ways to maintain your sobriety when you are recovering from addiction. If you’re fortunate enough to recover in Southern California, you can relax your mind, refresh your energy, and satisfy your inner adventurer by spending a day or two at one of the region’s many beaches.
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Where You Can Go to Get Help for Drug Addiction
If you’re unfamiliar with addiction recovery or new to the addiction treatment process, you might not know where to look for help. In most cases, though, your options for help will depend on how ready you are to begin the recovery process.
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Hikes: Outdoor Sober Adventures in Southern California
Physical activity can be one of the most effective ways to manage your ongoing recovery. If you’re lucky enough to be recovering in Southern California, you can enjoy some stunning scenery while experiencing a world-class workout at hundreds of local hikes.
