Addiction & Recovery Blog
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How Do I Control My Anger in Early Recovery?
Why Anger Shows Up in Early Recovery 1. Loss of a Coping Mechanism Drugs and alcohol are often used to self-medicate emotional pain. Substances may have dulled feelings of frustration, resentment, or hurt.…
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What Are the Benefits of Sober Living After Addiction Treatment?
What Is a Sober Living Home? A sober living home is a safe, drug- and alcohol-free residence designed to support individuals transitioning out of treatment. Unlike the structured environment of detox or residential…
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How Can I Recognize and Manage My Addiction Triggers?
These triggers can feel like they come out of nowhere, but in reality, they are the brain’s conditioned responses to certain cues. Over time, your brain associates certain things with substance use. For…
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The Clinical Benefits of a Couples Rehab Program
Why Couples Rehab? A traditional rehab setting focuses on individual recovery. While this is effective for many, it may not address the complexities of a relationship impacted by addiction—especially when both individuals are…
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Important Facts About Mixing Weed with Alcohol
What Happens When You Mix Weed and Alcohol? When alcohol and marijuana are consumed together—a combination often referred to as crossfading—they interact with each other in the body in ways that can significantly…
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Is It Safe to Use Online Dating in Addiction Recovery?
At 10 Acre Ranch, a pet-friendly drug and alcohol detox and residential treatment center in Southern California, we help clients build not only a life free of substances but one filled with purpose,…
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How Long Does Ecstasy Stay in Your System?
What Is Ecstasy (MDMA)? MDMA is a synthetic psychoactive substance with both stimulant and hallucinogenic properties. While some users take “pure MDMA,” commonly referred to as Molly, street versions of Ecstasy are often…
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How Can I Stay Clean and Sober If My Friends Aren’t?
In this article, we’ll explore practical and emotional strategies to help you stay sober even if your friends aren’t. We’ll talk about boundaries, communication, triggers, self-worth, and the support systems you need to…
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Why Sunny Southern California is One of the Best Places to Go to Rehab
1. Sunshine and Warm Weather Are Good for Healing Sunlight isn’t just pleasant—it’s medicine for the mind and body. Southern California enjoys over 280 sunny days per year, making it one of the…
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I’m an Addict – How Do I Know if I Need Mental Health Treatment Too?
Addiction and Mental Health: A Two-Way Street It’s not uncommon for someone struggling with addiction to also have symptoms of a mental health disorder. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services…
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