Do you know that many people with addiction also face co-occurring disorders? This is also known as dual diagnosis, a complicated health condition. Both of these need treatment simultaneously for the best treatment outcome. Leaving either disorder untreated will lead to an incomplete intervention. Consult with Laguna Shores Recovery Center for more information. What Are … Read more
Do you consider yourself a spiritual person? Are you practicing any religion? If so, you do not need to consider spirituality a distraction during recovery from addiction. Quite the contrary, spirituality can be highly beneficial to recovering individuals. Furthermore, since recovery is a journey of self-exploration, your spiritual practices may support you in this area … Read more
Do you remember a time in life when you felt enriched by all kinds of experiences? When was the last time you enjoyed a new experience? Do you still long to live a richer life? Addiction has the potential to flatten your lived experiences. Your emotions became blunted, and you lose interest in many old … Read more
Do you know the difference between medical detox and medication-assisted treatment (MAT)? With so many terms used in the treatment space, it is no wonder many people get confused as to what various treatments entail. Medical detox and MAT are two such treatments that are often confused with each other. Laguna Shores Recovery Center offers … Read more
Have you joined a 12-Step program? If not, what are your hesitations? Given the many myths and misconceptions about 12-Step programs, maybe it is best to start by knowing more about them. Even if you are not operating under denialism about addiction treatment, these misconceptions can still influence your decision in utilizing the best care. … Read more
What works for relapse prevention? There is no magic pill, but there are important and basic skills that help you function well to prevent relapses. At Laguna Shores Recovery Center, we like to use “adulting” when referring to these life skills. Adults have to shoulder certain responsibilities that may involve work and other chores in … Read more
