Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT Co-occurring disorders are when a substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health disorders occur simultaneously. There is a high prevalence of co-occurring conditions for… Read More
Rehabilitation Blog Posts by Casa Palmera Staff
What Is a Higher Power in Addiction Recovery?
Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT Effective recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) requires not only healing an individual’s body and mind, but also their spirit. People commonly get stuck… Read More
New Hobbies for Sober Living in Addiction Recovery
Updated on 07/03/23 Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT Recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) is a lifelong journey. While the first step in the journey requires individuals to become… Read More
Developing Gratitude This Holiday Season in Addiction Recovery
Content review by Derek Wilksen, CEO The holiday season can bring about a mix of emotions for just about everyone. However, this is especially true for those in addiction recovery…. Read More
Is Marijuana a Safe Drug?
Updated on 1/31/2023 Content review by Derek Wilksen, CEO As both the medicinal and recreational use of marijuana continues to gain legal status in various states across the U.S., it… Read More
Drug Misuse, Abuse and Addiction
Content review by Derek Wilksen, CEO Addiction is a complex substance use disorder (SUD) that changes the brain in fundamental ways. Unfortunately, many of us will experience addiction throughout our… Read More
The Benefits of Exercise Therapy in Addiction Recovery
Updated on 05/20/24 Content review by Derek Wilksen, CEO of Casa Palmera LA Recovery from mental health conditions and substance use disorder (SUD) requires more than just psychotherapy. While psychotherapy,… Read More
When Depression and Addiction Co-Occur
Update on 09/18/23 Content review by Derek Wilksen, CEO When you experience symptoms of depression, such as persistent sadness and hopelessness, life can feel unmanageable. It is not uncommon for… Read More
Understanding Behavioral Addictions
Content review by Derek Wilksen, CEO The term “addiction” is most commonly used in reference to substance use disorder (SUD), such as an addiction to alcohol or other drugs. However,… Read More
Why Do Addiction and Mental Health Disorders Often Occur Together?
Updated on 4/13/23 Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT Individuals who have substance use disorder (SUD) experience increased risks of developing other mental health disorders and vice versa. When mental… Read More
