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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By Jennifer McDougall Watching a friend or family member battle addiction is heartbreaking. While it can feel overwhelming to know how to help, there are effective ways to support your loved one…
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By Jennifer McDougall Alcohol consumption not only wrecks a person’s personal life, but it also has a significant influence on every connection they have. The most potent and negative impacts are expected…
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By Jennifer McDougall Alcohol is also known as ethanol, a liquid produced by fermentation and an ingredient in beer, wine, and liquor that causes intoxication. Alcohol is a depressant drug that slows…
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By Jennifer McDougall Falling into the cycle of addiction can happen to anyone and when treating a substance abuse related issue, one-sized-fits-all recover models simply are not the most effective way of…
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By Dr. Kerri Heath “The cure for pain is in the pain.” -Rumi If you are searching for a rehab center, you are probably experiencing a lot of pain. The substances may…
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By Dr. Kerri Heath “You will see it when you believe it.” –Wayne Dyer This is a very tough question to answer. An addict is someone whose life is controlled by alcohol…
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By Dr. Kerri Heath I look forward to meeting with the owner of Passages Malibu, Chris Prentiss, who has dedicated his entire life to helping others reach their highest potential. Being in…
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By Susan Finley, Ed.D., NCC “A man’s character may be learned from the adjectives which he habitually uses in conversation.” –Mark Twain We’ve all heard the saying, “sticks and stones may break…
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By Jennifer McDougall Loneliness is often times what causes people to run to drugs and alcohol for relief away from their misery. They might not admit it right away, but eventually they…
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By Jennifer McDougall Are you searching the web looking for answers? Are you feeling lost or overwhelmed with the options for treatment? Look no further than Passages Addiction Treatment Centers. At Passages,…
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Available to download on your Amazon Kindle A gift for You On April 16th, 2016, I will have been on this lovely planet for 80 years. People close to me ask what…
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By Jennifer McDougall Witnessing a loved one spiral out of control is heart-wrenching. The person you once knew has become angry, unstable, and quite possibly irresponsible. We know that you want to…
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By Jennifer McDougall Self-destructive behavior can be subtle, yet it has a profound impact on the lives of those who engage in it—and the people around them. Whether it’s you or someone…
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By Jennifer McDougall Self-sabotage is a complex phenomenon that manifests in various mental, emotional, or physical forms. It’s a term that encapsulates the idea that certain destructive actions are directed at oneself.…
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By Jennifer McDougall Codependency is a term that describes a relationship dynamic where one person relies excessively on another for their sense of self-worth and happiness. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines it as…
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Addiction to Ambien and various other sleeping medications has drastically increased. Ambien is a sedative-hypnotic drug with effects similar to Valium or Xanax that is frequently prescribed to people as a temporary…
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Cannabis (more commonly known as marijuana, weed, or pot) is a viral and prevalent drug in the United States. It is even legal for medicinal purposes in some states; however, marijuana is…
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It can be very difficult to watch a friend or loved one struggling with an addiction. However, there are many things you can do and many ways you can help. Initially, it…
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Executives and high-powered career professionals who find they needing drug rehab often have specific needs, requirements and concerns. Professionals in demanding career positions tend to be high-functioning, and often have been maintaining…
