We always appreciate it when dependencies are looked at from a scientific angle. There is so much to be learned from the brain’s behavior and how impulses beyond our control can fuel addictive tendencies. To that end, researchers from Stanford University and the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences recently combined forces to […]
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We always like to see recovery stories about brought to a regional level. And in our world (which consists of treatment centers in Santa Clarita and Agua Dulce), that means reactions and responses within Southern California. Well The Los Angeles Times is, of course, the authority on that region, which is why we were excited when they
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Traditionally, Thailand has been associated with terms like “meditation” and “reflection.” With famed Buddhist temples throughout the country, it is a common destination for people undertaking spiritual journeys. Well interestingly enough, it has now become a popular mecca for people looking to overcome addictions. So much so, in fact, that CNN produced an entire expose
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Lately, we’ve been sharing info about major recovery organizations and the struggles they’ve been facing during COVID-19. Well, that same sentiment carries over into one of the biggest brands out there; namely Alcoholics Anonymous. The Washington Post recently published an article detailing the challenges for AA and its thousands of members. Just like many sobriety
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Recently, we shared a story about just how bad the recovery industry has been impacted by the COVID-19 (or coronavirus) pandemic. Due to quarantines and other hindrances, admissions to sober living homes has dropped dramatically; leading to furloughs and major financial losses. Well now, one of the country’s biggest treatment organizations is proving this point; with breaking
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We always welcome new approaches when it comes to analyzing addictions. And sometimes the ones that initially sound the most unconventional end up making the most sense. Case in point: a recent viral article on the subject, which compares the experience to happenings within the animal kingdom. The paper in question was written by
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We always appreciate high-profile influencers speaking out on behalf of recovery. And you can’t much higher profile than England’s Duchess of Cambridge, namely Kate Middleton. The royal princess recently participated in a Zoom chat, where she advocated for more treatment centers around the globe. The Duchess actually embarked on a virtual tour of a UK-based
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We know there are lots of important news stories happening across the country right now and we’ve certainly done our best to cover them from a recovery perspective. But, we also believe in taking a step back when possible and separating yourself with topics of inspiration. On that note, we wanted to share highlights from
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During the time of quarantines and social distancing, we do like to recommend good reads that can educate our follower base about addiction. One such example is the newly released memoir Hollywood Park by musician Mikel Jollett. It is a deeply personal account of his battles with alcohol and drugs; which recently received some coverage from
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