The Connection Between Codependency and Addiction
Updated on 04/09/24 Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC Substance use and related disorders often contribute to chaotic life circumstances. When addiction begins to take over an individual’s life, it may be only a matter of time before their interpersonal relationships are negatively affected. Although the consequences may seem mild at first, the more […]
Does Addiction Lead to Homelessness?
Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT, Chief Clinical Officer at Cliffside Malibu Does Addiction Lead to Homelessness? Several factors can contribute to why individuals experience homelessness, including lack of affordable housing, poverty, unemployment and substance use disorders such as addiction. While addiction does not always lead to homelessness, it sheds a light on increased risk […]
Tips for Finding a New Circle of Friends While in Recovery from a Substance Use Disorder
Updated on 2/1/2023 Recovery is about rebuilding your life after a substance use disorder in a manner that supports your ongoing sobriety. Finding a healthy support group is essential to this process. Will the friends you currently have support your recovery efforts? Are these friends engaging in behaviors that may trigger you as you attempt […]
Having a Happy Holiday With Friends, Family and Sobriety
Having a Happy Holiday With Friends, Family and Sobriety Updated on 06/25/24 The holidays are soon approaching. This is a time of year where many reconnect with friends and family to celebrate the holiday season’s joys. This is often a time of year for gatherings, parties, dinners, in-office gift exchanges and meeting friends out for […]
Repairing the Damage Addiction Has Done to Family and Friends
Addiction is a Family Disease Addiction is a destructive disease that can leave many things damaged along its path. Aside from health and behavioral issues, relationships are something that can become negatively affected by a person with substance use disorderion. Understanding that addiction is a family disease is an important first step in repairing the […]
How Addiction Impacts Families
Addiction is a family disease. When a loved one has addiction, it is important that the whole family comes together and takes a hands-on approach in their recovery. However, this can be difficult for many people, given the impact that the addiction has had. Damaged Relationships Due to Addiction in the Family One of the […]
Can I Get Back What Addiction Has Made Me Lose?
Breaking free from addiction When someone is experiencing active addiction, many casualties come along the way. This can mean severely fractured relationships with loved ones, including: spouses, children, parents and siblings. Careers become less of a priority, so the likelihood that a job has been lost is very high. When someone loses a job, they […]
Triggers to Avoid During the Holidays
Triggers to Avoid During the Holidays A major part of a successful recovery process is knowing what your triggers are. During the holidays, it can be a time that they present themselves more often than not. It can also be time when new triggers can arise that you didn’t realize you had before. It’s important […]
What Support You Should Have After Treatment
What Support You Should Have After Treatment What Happens After Treatment? When you leave a treatment facility, you begin an entirely new chapter. For many people, recovery means making significant lifestyle changes to maintain sobriety. While this can be exciting, it can also feel overwhelming. With the right support system and structure in place, you […]
Behavioral Therapy: DBT and CBT and How They Help Fight Addiction
Behavioral Therapy: DBT and CBT and How They Help Fight Addiction What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)? Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBD) is a short-term behavioral psychotherapy used as a hands-on approach to re-teach patients problem-solving as well as changing the patterns of behavior and thinking that lead to a patient’s difficulties. It can be used […]