Support from family members is of great help for someone going through rehab.
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Likewise, support for the family is also essential. At La Jolla Recovery, we encourage the active participation of family and loved ones.
Whether You’re LGBTQ+, Ally, or Neither, language is a powerful tool that shapes our understanding of the world and our relationships with others. Pronouns, words that stand in for nouns, play a critical role in language by allowing us to refer to people without using their names. As society becomes more aware of individuals’ diverse experiences and identities, it’s essential…
How to Know When You Need Professional Help for Mental Health Everyone experiences mental health challenges at some point, but it’s not easy to know when to seek professional help. This blog will discuss recognizing when it’s time to seek out a mental health professional. The first sign that it may be time to reach out for help is if…
How to be happier in 2023 “What if I told you there was a way to be happier in 2023? A way that didn’t involve spending more money or waiting for the perfect job, relationship, or body? Intrigued? Keep reading.” Wake up earlier to enjoy the peace and quiet of the morning. As many science experiments have demonstrated, it would…
Don’t Give Up on Your New Year Goals: Proven Strategies for Achieving Lasting Success Ready to stick to your New Year goals? Whether you set ambitious resolutions or made small pledges, staying on the right track is no easy task. It’s natural for early progress to wear off – that’s why so many of us fail in our attempts at…
Why Do People Use Drugs and Alcohol More During the Holidays? The holidays are a time when many people like to let loose and enjoy themselves. For some, that means drinking more alcohol or using drugs than usual. But why do people tend to use drugs and alcohol more during the holiday season? There are a few possible reasons. The…
The holidays can be a stressful time for many people. From financial obligations to family pressures, the hustle and bustle of the season often leaves us feeling overwhelmed. But why is this the case? One of the major contributors to holiday stress is our focus on creating the ‘perfect’ experience. We put too much pressure on ourselves to make sure…
What drugs on the street are high school and college kids doing in 2022? It’s hard to believe, but the end of 2022 is just around the corner. By this time, high school and college kids have been doing drugs that are very different from ten or even a couple of years ago. In this blog post, we will take…
Why am I Scared of Alcoholics and Drug Addicts? There’s something about alcoholics and drug addicts that scares me. I’m not sure if it’s the fact that their addiction has taken over their lives or if it’s the unpredictability of their behavior. Whatever it is, I can’t help but feel scared around them. I’m not sure if it’s the fact…
There are many benefits to owning a pet, but here are just ten of the health-related ones: Stress relief – Petting a dog has been shown to lower blood pressure and reduce cortisol levels (the stress hormone). Improved mental health – Owning a pet can help reduce anxiety and loneliness and increase happiness and self-worth. Lower cholesterol levels – Studies…
Petting a Dog Might Be More Beneficial Than You Thought We all know that petting our dogs or pets feels good, but how does it affect us? Research has found that our prefrontal cortex, the area of our brain that has a higher level of decision-making, is stimulated and helps us become more attentive and emotionally engaged when petting our…
