By Jennifer McDougall The opioid epidemic that has plagued our nation for the past several years is now at an all-time high. Even though the opioid crisis was initially due to prescription…
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By Jennifer McDougall September is National Recovery Month, a time that celebrates and gives thanks to those who have found recovery from substance abuse-related issues. While many people are familiar with addiction…
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by Jennifer McDougall Alcohol and drug addiction is a serious problem, and it’s essential to understand the signs of addiction. But is it also necessary to label yourself an addict? You Are…
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by Jennifer McDougall The alcohol industry can be hard to avoid. You see advertisements for beer and wine on television, in magazines, and even on billboards and store signs. But do you…
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By Jennifer McDougall We believe that you can live a happy, healthy life. We believe you can discover your life’s purpose and become more productive and successful when you break free from…
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By Jennifer McDougall If you are an individual who is in recovery from addiction, employment may be one of your biggest concerns. Many people in early recovery are worried about how they…
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By Jennifer McDougall Addiction is often a complicated problem, especially when the person suffering from addiction is your parent. Addiction affects the entire family and can strain relationships, finances, and much more.…
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By Jennifer McDougall Addiction recovery is a journey, but it is not a life sentence. Instead, it’s a process that should be explored with the help of professionals and loved ones. This…
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By Jennifer McDougall It’s easy to feel weighed down when your problems become too much to handle. But before you think the only option is to deal with things on your own,…
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By Jennifer McDougall: Equine therapy is a therapeutic approach to treating addiction and trauma. Equine therapy aims to help people learn how to trust themselves and others through interaction with horses. A…
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By Jennifer McDougall Cocaine is a powerfully addictive stimulant drug. It’s highly addictive because it increases levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine in brain circuits regulating reward and pleasure, producing feelings of euphoria.…
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By Jennifer McDougall Addiction can happen to anyone, and it can consume your life and well-being before you know what is happening. Alcohol and drug abuse have significant effects on the body,…
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By Jennifer McDougall If you’ve been reaching for a drink more often than usual, or if the thought of going without alcohol is making you anxious, it might be time to get…
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by Jennifer McDougall If you’re tired of living with alcohol addiction, know that there’s no shame in wanting to get help. In fact, if you’re ready to stop drinking for good, you…
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There is a lot of talk about whether or not addiction is a disease. The AA/12-Step community labels individuals who have used and abused drugs and alcohol as “addicts.” At Passages, we…
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by Jennifer McDougall Alcohol is mainly broken down by the liver, which can metabolize around one standard drink per hour for males. Age, weight, gender, and the quantity of food consumed can…
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By Jennifer McDougall You may not know how to start a conversation with your therapist at the beginning of therapy. Starting the conversation is difficult, but developing a relationship with your therapist…
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The question everyone is asking is, “Can addiction be treated effectively?” The answer is yes, but we will explain to you how it can effectively be done in a way that will…
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Are you ready to find an alternative to Alcoholics Anonymous and the 12-Step recovery method? Passages Malibu could be the answer you’ve been searching for. At Passages’ non-12-step treatment center, you’ll find…
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Considering drug and alcohol rehab, but not sure where to start? Passages is here to answer all your questions about our holistic treatment program options. With over 20 years of experience in…