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Supporting Your Loved One’s Recovery Journey: The Role of Family Involvement

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Are you concerned about a loved one’s struggle with addiction? At 12 South Recovery, a leading dual diagnosis treatment center in Lake Forest, CA, we understand that addiction affects not only the individual but also their family and friends. In this article, we will explore the crucial role of family involvement in addiction recovery. Discover […]

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Five Strategies for Meaning-Making in Sobriety

Five Strategies for Meaning-Making in Sobriety

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Recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) and addiction requires more than merely abstaining from behaviors associated with substance use. Long-term sobriety requires a person to find personal motives and meaningful goals. These deeper purposes need to outweigh the temporary “high” of alcohol or other drugs. In other words, identifying a deeper meaning and purpose for

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What Is an Effective Treatment Option to Help One Overcome Tobacco Cravings?

What Is an Effective Treatment Option to Help One Overcome Tobacco Cravings?

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Attempting to quit smoking tobacco without help can be a major challenge. Nicotine is a highly addictive drug found in a variety of tobacco products. Many individuals have tried to quit and failed due to intense tobacco cravings. Because of intense withdrawal symptoms, it can be incredibly difficult for an individual to discontinue using tobacco

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Addiction and Mental Health Treatment Centers Near Mission Viejo, CA

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If you or a loved one in Mission Viejo, CA, is seeking help for addiction and mental health issues, you’re not alone. Finding the right treatment center nearby can make all the difference in your journey to recovery. 12 South Recovery, located just a short drive away in Lake Forest, is here to provide you

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How to Limit Enabling Behaviors Toward a Loved One in Addiction Recovery

How to Limit Enabling Behaviors Toward a Loved One in Addiction Recovery

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As a loved one of someone in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD), you may feel compelled to support them in any way possible. While there are many things you can do to empower their recovery, you also have to ensure you are minimizing enabling behaviors. Despite the appearance of being helpful, enabling behaviors can

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How Can Group Therapy Help Young LGBTQ+ Adults Build Self-Esteem?

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Many individuals experience the negative effects of social stigma. Group therapy can be an excellent way for young adults facing stigma to build self-esteem. This is especially true for young lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ+) individuals who may experience increased anxiety in social situations. Fortunately, group therapy with 12 South Recovery can help.

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Woman lying curled up in bed with eyes closed, appearing emotionally and physically drained, symbolizing the fatigue and dependency associated with long-term benzodiazepine use.

Acknowledging the Harms of Recurrent Benzodiazepine Use

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While the spotlight is often placed on the use and abuse of opioids, concerns regarding benzodiazepine use must also be brought to attention. Benzodiazepines create feelings of calmness and are often prescribed to treat short-term insomnia, anxiety, and seizures. Although benzodiazepines are intended for short-term use, many individuals may find themselves engaging in benzodiazepine misuse

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Person standing at a painted forward-pointing arrow on a road, symbolizing the journey and direction of navigating a dual diagnosis in recovery.

How Can One Successfully Navigate a Dual Diagnosis?

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It is quite common for individuals to face great confusion after receiving a dual diagnosis from a mental health professional. An individual may first start by questioning whether the onset of their substance abuse was due to their mental health condition. On the other hand, they may wonder if their mental illness was encouraged by

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