One of the most emotionally painful and frustrating things about addiction is the feeling that you’ve lost control of your life. While that sensation may actually seem positive initially, since “losing yourself” in addiction means temporarily avoiding any unpleasant aspects…
As a parent or caregiver, one of the hardest things is seeing your teen in the grip of a drug or alcohol addiction. But when you decide it’s time to get help, deciding how and where to seek treatment can…
One of the most powerful drivers in the developing of an addiction is avoidance. Many people seeking addiction treatment in Sacramento have become dependent on drugs or alcohol because substance abuse helped them temporarily avoid dealing with painful issues in their…
Opioids are a kind of medication typically used to relieve pain. They work by attaching to certain receptors on cells, thereby decreasing the transmission of pain signals to the brain. Opioids (which technically refers to man-made versions of a substance…
Survivors of sexual abuse face a whole host of physical, mental, and emotional challenges. In particular, the trauma of abuse can result in depression and anxiety, low self-esteem, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Experiencing sexual abuse can also increase the…
Communicating successfully with children and young adults can be challenging under any circumstances. Having a meaningful conversation with a child who is struggling with addiction can be especially difficult. However, maintaining your connection with your adolescent during this pivotal time…
The short answer is yes. Frequent use of marijuana can result in what’s referred to as marijuana use disorder. When this disorder becomes severe, it takes the form of addiction. According to the National Institute on drug abuse, recent data…
Recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction is a process that can be the proverbial rollercoaster ride. People tend to experience both exhilarating successes and painful failures. As we explain at our Sacramento rehab, one of the key characteristics of…
Recovery from addiction is not just a mental process, it’s physical as well. Consequently, anything you can do to care for your body properly is a good thing. That includes making changes to what and how you eat. As one…
Many people who have lived with drug or alcohol addiction, or are currently living with it, would say that they are “living a lie.” By that they mean that they are not being honest with their friends and family about…
