By Jennifer McDougall On May 17, 2009, Co- Founders, Chris and Pax Prentiss opened a second holistic healing center in Ventura, California. This non-12 step treatment center has been the home to…
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Three parts of this positivity approach are especially useful for understanding drug and alcohol treatment. The first part involves discovering a person’s basic need to pursue an ideal lifestyle. The second involves…
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Depression is one of the most frequent co-occurring issues seen with individuals suffering from drug or alcohol dependency. It is very common for people who are struggling with depression to turn to…
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We all know that setting a good example is very crucial as a parent. Parents who do not drink or use drugs have a higher chance that their children will follow in…
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It is undeniable that in recent years, technology has become a major and overwhelming force in our society. It is nearly unheard of for someone to go without a cell phone or…
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Nowadays, it is nearly impossible to avoid seeing alcohol consumption in advertisements, on television, in movies, or in magazines. Alcohol is one of the primary things advertisers pay for in the United…
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If you are recently out of rehab or newly sober, re-entering the workforce can be refreshing and a steady, grounding return to normalcy. However, it can present certain stressors or challenges. Maintaining…
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Alcohol consumption is a very prevalent part of our society, and has been for hundreds of years. Unfortunately, the drinking of alcohol is usually associated with celebration, often heavily consumed at weddings,…
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Many of us have heard of and used the term “high-functioning alcoholic” from time to time. What is considered a high functioning alcoholic? The term can be loosely defined, but most of…
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Many holistic, non-12-step rehab centers are now incorporating various non-traditional, cutting-edge treatment modalities into their programs. When someone enters a rehab center for drugs or alcohol, typically, their body, mind, and spirit…
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Eating disorders and alcoholism are a hazardous and damaging combination. Addiction experts are noticing a troubling new trend with these compounding disorders; oftentimes, an individual will restrict the amount of food they…
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Over the last century, modern science has made many important advances in the field of drug and alcohol treatment. However, some of the most beneficial and most important treatment modalities are still…
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Many people seeking drug or alcohol treatment find themselves looking for a rehab center where they will be able to feel comfortable and accepted. Often, individuals feel uncomfortable with AA and 12-step…
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If you’ve never attended a private inpatient drug rehab program before, you may worry about what the experience will be like. Due to inaccurate media portrayals, urban legends, and incorrect assumptions, some…
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Whenever our minds are forced to encounter knowledge that seems threatening, denial kicks in as a defense mechanism. In the context of drug addiction, the body has become chemically dependent on drug…
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Alternative medicine at luxury residential treatment facilities helps provide lasting solutions and improvements to the overall health of patients. While detoxification is an important first step in your holistic recovery, total healing…
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It’s extremely normal to find the alcohol treatment intake process overwhelming—either because you feel unsure of where to start, or because you’ve been discouraged by negative rehab experiences from your past. Remember…
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The level of individualized care you receive during your alcohol or drug rehab experience can make an incredible difference in your recovery success. However, the vast majority of traditional addiction treatment programs…
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Most experts will agree that counseling is a vital component of successful inpatient drug rehab. However, not all inpatient drug counseling programs are created equal. Formats can vary from highly individualized counseling…