By Jennifer McDougall In the world of alcohol consumption, there exists a nebulous zone known as ‘Grey Area Drinking.’ This term, often overlooked in conventional discussions about alcohol abuse, is becoming increasingly…
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By Jennifer McDougall Alcohol consumption is a common social activity across the globe. However, excessive drinking can lead to severe consequences, including an alcohol-induced blackout. During such blackouts, an individual may continue…
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By Jennifer McDougall In recent years, we have witnessed an alarming rise in drug and alcohol abuse across the globe. Whether it’s due to increased stress, societal pressures, or simply the availability…
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By Jennifer McDougall Drug and alcohol addiction is a growing problem in America, claiming more lives yearly than any other preventable death. Thankfully, treatment options are available to help people struggling with…
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By Jennifer McDougall Overcoming cravings to drink or use drugs can be a significant challenge for individuals in recovery from addiction. While traditional 12-step programs have been the standard approach for many…
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In the midst of addiction, it’s easy to lose sight of what you want and need. When your environment is filled with people addicted to drugs or alcohol, it can make it…
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By Jennifer McDougall Binge drinking is a common habit among young people trying to fit in with their peers. However, binge drinking puts you at risk for alcohol poisoning and other severe…
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By Jennifer McDougall A bad habit is something you do that you know is not suitable for you. It’s an action that may be hard to break, but it will not necessarily…
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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 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 are on social media, you probably see the memes all day about people getting drunk, laughing about it, making jokes about blacking out, and waking up in…
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By Jennifer McDougall Many people who become dependent on drugs and alcohol to get through the day or night don’t plan to end up in that condition. They may have started as…
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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 During your stay at Passages Malibu or Passages Ventura, you will have the luxury of healing in a tranquil and safe environment. Our treatment team will provide you with…
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Drugs and alcohol are made of a variety of harmful chemicals that have many troubling effects on the body and brain. When a person consumes drugs and alcohol, chemicals make their way…
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By Jennifer McDougall Many people who are addicted to alcohol experience a great deal of mental, physical, and emotional turmoil as their health fades due to the consumption of alcoholic beverages. Getting…
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By Dr. Kerri Heath Tucked away in the mountains of Malibu, overlooking the gorgeous Pacific Ocean, sits a rehabilitation center that boasts of being the safe passage to find the other side…
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by Dr. Kerri Heath “Your most important work is always ahead of you, never behind you.” –Dr. Stephen R. Covey There is a way to end addiction. But before you can…
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By Jennifer McDougall Have you ever wondered what your life would be like if you quit drinking alcohol or how you would feel overall? Many people who get sucked into the destructive…
