Tag: cycle of addiction
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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.
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The Benefits of Outpatient Addiction Treatment
Outpatient addiction treatment is an adaptable but effective opportunity to truly change your life. Here are several reasons why outpatient treatment might be a good fit for you.
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The Key Benefits of Inpatient Addiction Treatment
Inpatient addiction treatment is an opportunity to change your life. Treatment requires discipline, dedication, intentional focus, and time. But for those ready to get on the road to recovery, inpatient rehab is a great opportunity to take a break from everyday life and focus on your own wellbeing.
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10 Myths and Misconceptions About Drug Rehab
There’s no doubt that there are a variety of myths and misconceptions about addiction treatment. To help, we’ve put together a list of some of the most common misunderstandings about addiction treatment so you can approach your choice with the facts, not rumors.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Notice
Like you, we are closely monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak that is affecting the entire nation and world. We want to assure you that we are taking all appropriate measures to keep our recovery community safe.
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How to Know It’s Time For A Loved One to Start Rehab
In an ideal situation, you would be able to identify addictive behaviors before addiction sets in. Unfortunately, a substance use disorder is rarely noticeable until a person is deep within its throes.
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Improving Your Mental Health with Good Sleep Hygiene
Did you know that poor quality sleep can worsen mental health problems that can, in turn, reinforce the cycle of addiction? Adopting good sleep hygiene practices can improve your sleep and help you feel better during the day. Here are a few effective tips to get you started.
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What To Expect After Completing Drug and Alcohol Rehab
The period after the completion of drug and alcohol rehab leaves many people feeling isolated, but there’s no need to allow that feeling to linger. Here are several different ways to move forward with your recovery after you complete a treatment program.
