To recover from substance use disorder (SUD), professional treatment is required. Individuals must find the motivation to change within themselves. This helps them make a commitment to lifelong recovery. For… Read More
Updated on 10/26/23 Post-traumatic stress disorder (PSTD) is a severe mental health condition that may develop in individuals who have experienced a shocking, dangerous or seemingly life-threatening event. While this… Read More
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
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
During treatment — and certainly throughout recovery — individuals will likely be introduced to the importance of spiritual wellness. Despite common misconceptions, achieving and sustaining lifelong recovery requires more than… Read More
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
Individuals in recovery will likely experience a plethora of physical, mental and emotional challenges throughout their journey to achieve and maintain lifelong sobriety. One common challenge many people in recovery… Read More
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
Being the parent, sibling, spouse or other loved one of an individual struggling with addiction can be incredibly difficult. Addiction is often referred to as a family disease because it… Read More
Veterans are a unique population of individuals who have endured myriad challenges throughout their lives, especially while they were on active duty. Veterans experience increased risks of developing substance use… Read More
