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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By Jennifer McDougall Addiction causes so much misery, suffering, and sadness that it is commonly expected that everything will be different in recovery. On the contrary, life in recovery is significantly more…
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By Jennifer McDougall We all work differently because we have various biological cycles, tastes, and productivity patterns. One person may enjoy a five-mile run in the morning, while another prefers gentle yoga, and…
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By Jennifer McDougall More than 2.4 million people died from alcohol-related causes in 2019, accounting for 4.3 percent of all fatalities worldwide and 12.6 percent of deaths among males aged 15 to…
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By Jennifer McDougall At least half of all significant trauma injuries and deaths from burns, drownings, and homicides are related to alcohol intoxication. It is also involved in four out of ten…
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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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By Jennifer McDougall Do you want to get sober? Do you want to get rid of your addiction? Do you need help putting your life back together? Then, you came to the…
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We all have personal boundaries, sometimes called our “comfort zone” or our “personal bubble.” These are the boundaries we make to safeguard our mental and physical well-being. Setting better boundaries is essential…
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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…
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By Jennifer McDougall It’s difficult to see a friend or family member struggle with addiction. There are, nevertheless, several things you may do and methods you can assist with. It might be…
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By Jennifer McDougall Do you want to change your life? Mindfulness is the practice of living in the present moment without judgment. Mindfulness practices have many benefits, including reducing stress, boosting memory,…
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In a medical setting, holistic therapy addresses mental, physical, and emotional health conditions while considering social and economic issues. The difference between traditional and holistic therapy is that only the psychological, behavioral…
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By Jennifer McDougall When the lights go out, the distractions disappear, and everything becomes a little more unsettling. The exact causes that create anxiety during the day can generate anxiety at night. However,…
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By Jennifer McDougall You may have had a childhood trauma that was incredibly painful, either physically or emotionally, such as sexual assault, the death of a parent or close friend, or the…
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By Jennifer McDougall Many individuals in the United States say they drink in moderation or for social reasons. While it may not have the same effects as heavy drinkers, there are still…