2022-05-10 10:11
For many struggling with addiction, detoxification is a necessary step in an individual’s journey toward recovery. Quitting drugs and alcohol can be physically and emotionally draining… Read More
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2022-05-10 10:00
Mental illness often goes hand in hand with addiction. Individuals with depression may come to rely on legal or illicit stimulant drugs to get through the day. Those with anxiety may struggl… Read More
2022-05-10 09:57
From April 2020 to April 2021, there were 100,000 drug overdose deaths in the United States. These numbers show higher rates of overdose from virtually every drug, including opioids, especia… Read More
2022-05-04 04:53
There is a way out of your struggle with addiction to alcohol and/or drugs. Northbound Treatment’s drug rehab in San Juan Capistrano offers the support you need to take back control of… Read More
2022-05-03 11:57
If you are struggling with addiction to drugs or alcohol, there is a way out. Northbound Treatment’s drug rehab in Costa Mesa is here to provide you with the support you need to overco… Read More
2022-05-03 11:34
If you have made the decision to address your drug or alcohol addiction at our facility in Garden Grove, California, then you have made a choice to improve your life and jumpstart your recov… Read More
2022-04-30 09:49
For those who have recently completed addiction treatment, sober living homes provide an effective transitional period to further develop skills learned in substance abuse recovery. Orange C… Read More
2022-04-30 09:18
The link between mental illness and drug or alcohol addiction is hard to deny. Those who suffer from a mental health disorder may turn to substance abuse to escape the negative side effects… Read More
2022-04-30 07:41
Whether you have taken the brave step and enrolled in a residential inpatient program for your alcohol or drug addiction, or simply wish to learn more about drug rehab in Orange County befor… Read More
2022-04-29 08:30
You or your loved one have decided it is time to seek help for your drug addiction or alcohol addiction. Congratulations – seeking addiction treatment is a brave first step in combatin… Read More
2022-04-29 07:59
If you have made the decision to pursue treatment for your addiction – congratulations! You are on your way to becoming a healthier and more fulfilled version of yourself. From all of… Read More
2022-04-29 07:12
Drug use is a substantial problem across the globe and can affect anyone from any walk of life. While substance abuse problems can look different to different individuals, there are signs fa… Read More
2022-04-29 06:26
Having a family member in addiction treatment can be challenging. While most families are supportive of the recovery process and helping their loved ones get the help they need, it can be di… Read More
2022-04-01 03:17
Rehab programs are critical for helping individuals navigate the realities of alcohol and drug abuse. But the journey to sobriety does not end when you leave a rehab program. Studies have sh… Read More
2022-04-01 02:34
Many drug abusers who successfully kick their addiction will often relapse because these changes can remain for months, even years of sobriety. If you or someone you love is currently… Read More
2022-03-23 19:22
Choosing to receive help for drug or alcohol addiction takes courage – and we want to commend you on taking the first steps towards recovery. At Northbound Treatment Center, we believe… Read More
2022-02-07 16:55
Mental health is an extremely important aspect of overall health that people often neglect. If you find yourself suffering from anxiety, depression, or any other form of emotional and/… Read More
2022-02-07 16:55
Deciding to get help can be extremely difficult for someone suffering from drug and/or alcohol addiction. It takes a lot of courage to take that first step, but the results are worth t… Read More
2022-02-07 16:55
One of the major things people worry about when getting and staying sober is having fun and finding a community without the use of drugs or alcohol. This is an improtant aspect to continue w… Read More
2022-02-07 16:55
Early recovery can be an extremely difficult time. Many people struggling with addiction discover that overcoming their drug and/or alcohol addiction on their own can be difficult, or… Read More
2022-02-07 16:54
Starting rehab may feel overwhelming or unsettling for some. We want you to feel as comfortable in the process as possible, and because of this, want to provide you with all of the answers y… Read More
2021-09-15 22:27
Are you soon to start your rehabilitation program? There may be several questions running through your mind. You might be nervous, and it is okay to be nervous. Getting therapy is a big step… Read More
2021-09-15 22:23
Drug addicts often question themselves whether going to a rehab is actually worth it. The effectiveness of rehab is usually under scrutiny as many people deem rehab centers to be useless. If… Read More
2021-09-15 22:15
Have you recently completed your rehabilitation treatment and are wondering what now? Well, this is the beginning of your new life. There are several things you can do to make your life bett… Read More
2021-09-15 22:07
Are you worried about your friend? Are they going further down the drug addiction tunnel? Do you wish there was some way you could help them? Well, there is. You can commit them to drug reha… Read More
2021-09-15 22:05
Getting help with drug addiction can be intimidating. There are several questions that you might have in your mind. One of them must be ‘How Long Do You Stay In Drug Rehab?” Goin… Read More
2021-07-10 19:38
Codependency in relationships can be extremely toxic, especially to the individual who is struggling with the codependent issues. A codependent person tends to make their relationship more i… Read More
2021-06-22 16:04
At the forefront of addiction treatment, particularly with co-occurring mental health disorders is activity-based recovery. Exercise and physical activity have long been touted to help with… Read More
2021-06-22 15:00
Alcoholism is a chronic disease that progresses from problematic drinking to severe, uncontrollable alcohol abuse. Physical and psychological dependence on alcohol can lead to a range of hea… Read More
2021-03-15 17:25
Evidence-based research has shown there’s a distinct gap in patient care, between the demand for treatment and those who receive it. For many years, the hurdle was getting telehealth t… Read More
2020-12-29 17:35
Whether you’ve just woken up with a hangover or you’ve found yourself dealing with financial woes due to your drinking, it can be tough to decide when it’s time to ask for… Read More
2020-12-29 16:34
Around 15 million Americans have an alcohol addiction,1 and drinking alcohol is often a common occurrence at social functions. Before you got sober, you may have joined your coworkers f… Read More
2020-12-24 16:12
When you graduate from a substance abuse program, that’s a HUGE accomplishment. No one can ever take that away from you. But spending 30 days (or four months) in rehab and expecti… Read More
2020-12-16 16:23
In 2018, about ten million people misused opioids in 2018 and two out of three drug overdose deaths were due to opioids. Opioids are chemicals that interact with opioid receptors o… Read More
2020-10-06 18:15
Bipolar disorder is a common mental illness characterized by drastic mood swings, including manic highs to depressive lows. Also referred to as manic depression, the psychological condition… Read More
2020-10-05 18:00
When someone has a dual diagnosis, it means they have both substance abuse disorder (SUD) and a co-occurring mental health condition. With a wide range of addictive substances in the world a… Read More
2020-10-02 18:00
Alcoholism (also known as alcohol use disorder or AUD) is common among individuals battling depression. In fact, an estimated 40% of those with AUD are also clinically depressed1. Alcoholism… Read More
2020-10-01 19:00
Depression is common among both adults and adolescents in the United States. The mental health condition affects about 7% of people 18 and older and roughly 13% of individuals between the ag… Read More
2020-09-30 22:30
Drug addiction and depression are common among both adults and adolescents throughout the United States, and sadly, the disorders often co-occur. If you’re wondering how to help someon… Read More
2020-09-29 20:00
Addiction and depression are all too common in the United States. And devastatingly, many individuals suffer from both disorders. As a result, the effects of addiction and depression can int… Read More
2020-09-28 22:00
Affecting about 3% of adults, bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression) is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States[1]. The primary attributes of this mood disord… Read More
2020-09-26 21:00
Opioid abuse is a very serious public health problem in the United States. Drug addiction can affect anyone at any point in their life, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic st… Read More
2020-09-25 22:00
Opioids (sometimes called narcotic analgesics) are a class of potent and immensely addictive substances. They include both illegally manufactured drugs and pharmaceutical medications used to… Read More
2020-09-25 18:00
Abuse of opioids and opiates is a widespread problem throughout the United States. Devastatingly, an average of 128 people die every day from an overdose. And the epidemic hurts more than th… Read More
2020-09-07 16:00
Substance abuse and mental illness often coincide, and treating them separately can be unproductive for those in recovery. For this reason, we at Northbound Treatment believe in addressing b… Read More
2020-09-06 19:00
Many alcoholics and drug addicts also suffer from a mental health condition. It goes both ways, too—those with severe mental illness often struggle with substance abuse. In fact, natio… Read More
2020-09-05 18:00
According to the 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, nearly 140 million Americans ages 12 and above consume alcohol at least once a month[1]. This equates to more than half of the U… Read More
2020-09-04 20:35
Before diving in, it’s important to answer the question: what is dual diagnosis? When a person has a dual diagnosis, they’re diagnosed with drug or alcohol addiction as well as a… Read More
2020-09-04 18:00
Psychological health and substance use are interconnected, as they both influence our choices, behaviors, and overall well-being. Not every person who drinks alcohol or does drugs has a ment… Read More
2020-09-03 20:00
Drug addiction doesn’t discriminate. The all-consuming disease can impact anyone, regardless of age, gender, income, or upbringing. Not only that, but when substance abuse gets out of… Read More
2020-09-02 20:30
Substance abuse disorder (SUD) and alcoholism can affect anyone at any stage of life. It can lead to negative consequences involving an individual’s job, schoolwork, finances, physical… Read More
2020-09-01 20:00
Many people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol also have a psychological condition. By the same token, a notable portion of those with mental illness struggle with substance abuse. In the… Read More
2020-08-31 18:00
Psychiatric disorders often coincide with alcoholism and drug addiction, and vice versa. Acknowledging this fact is imperative in successfully treating each condition. At Northbound Treatmen… Read More
2020-08-27 20:00
Alcoholism and drug abuse are widespread public health problems affecting millions of people. Sadly, the impacts of addiction aren’t limited to those with substance abuse problems. An… Read More
2020-08-05 17:00
Alcoholism is a chronic disease that can be subtle at first before progressing to severe and obsessive alcohol abuse. A chemical dependence on alcohol often leads to a variety of health prob… Read More
2020-08-04 17:00
Alcoholism (also known as alcohol use disorder or AUD) is a disease that doesn’t discriminate on age, gender, ethnicity, geographic location, or income. Virtually anyone can suffer fro… Read More
2020-08-03 17:00
Alcoholism (often referred to as alcohol use disorder or AUD) is a chronic and progressive disease that severely impacts a person’s physical and psychological well-being. Sadly, the ef… Read More
2020-07-01 15:00
The team at Northbound Treatment is dedicated to providing comprehensive care and support at all levels. We understand that the expense of a rehabilitation center can be a factor when choosi… Read More
2020-06-30 20:00
Adderall (or the generic dextroamphetamine-amphetamine) is a stimulant medication most often prescribed to treat ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder). Since it makes people stay a… Read More
2020-06-30 15:00
Adderall (dextroamphetamine-amphetamine) is a widely used stimulant prescription medication. While it’s prescribed to adults and children with ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity dis… Read More
2020-06-29 20:00
Alcohol is a drug. Since it’s legal and used recreationally by a majority of adults, it can be hard to detect when or if drinking is problematic — especially early on. Alcoholism… Read More
2020-06-26 17:00
Northbound Treatment has been helping individuals overcome addiction and substance abuse disorders for over three decades. We offer a variety of programs at our treatment centers in the coas… Read More
2020-06-26 15:00
At Northbound Treatment, we understand that the journey to recovery is personal and continuously evolving. Addiction affects everyone differently, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach… Read More
2020-06-25 15:00
When it comes to addiction, getting sober is only half the journey. For many, transitioning out of a residential rehab program can be both freeing and daunting. Going home might include a va… Read More
2020-06-24 15:00
Adderall is a potent stimulant medication most frequently prescribed to treat ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder). In some instances, it’s used to treat narcolepsy, a sleep… Read More
2020-06-23 15:00
Addiction is a complex disease that impacts nearly every aspect of a person’s life, as well as the lives of their close friends and family. It changes the way an individual acts, think… Read More
2020-06-04 14:20
Opiate and opioid abuse can have both short- and long-term effects on the body. Some of these impacts are more apparent, while others are much less obvious. If left untreated, opiate and opi… Read More
2020-06-04 01:00
Opiate abuse is more than a widespread problem throughout the United States — it’s an epidemic. It can affect anyone, regardless of income, gender, age, or ethnicity. According t… Read More
2020-06-03 14:00
Opiates are narcotic analgesics (extremely powerful and highly addictive painkillers) containing opium naturally derived from poppy plants. Similarly, opioids are narcotic analgesics made fr… Read More
2020-06-02 18:37
Opiates fall under the umbrella of narcotic analgesics, a potent class of drugs used to treat severe or chronic pain. Opioids are also narcotic analgesics. Definitionally, opiates contain op… Read More
2020-06-01 17:00
No one is immune to drug addiction. It can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or income. Moreover, opiate abuse can be particularly detrimental. The CDC (Centers for Diseas… Read More
2020-04-28 21:30
Like many mental health conditions, trauma does not discriminate and impacts many individuals. Not only that, but it can also negatively affect an individual’s family, friendships, rom… Read More
2020-04-28 18:00
The word “experiential” is used to describe things that are based on experience and observation. So, what is experiential therapy? Dating back to the 1940s, the therapy model inv… Read More
2020-04-27 21:00
EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) is a psychotherapy treatment approach that can be beneficial for those suffering from addiction, PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), a… Read More
2020-04-27 14:00
Trauma is a mental disturbance that develops after an individual experiences a traumatic event or a series of traumatic events. Examples include sexual abuse, violence, childhood neglect, na… Read More
2020-04-25 17:00
Accelerated resolution therapy (ART) is a type of innovative psychotherapy that can be a highly beneficial form of treatment for those suffering from addiction and mental health disorders. I… Read More
2020-04-17 18:48
Amid the present coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, feelings of anxiety are on the rise. The stress associated with social isolation and fears about the pandemic can be especially high for those… Read More
2020-04-16 18:00
During times of stress, when you feel your heart beating faster than usual, your body perspiring, and an overwhelming feeling of panic, this is anxiety setting in. Anxiety is a natural respo… Read More
2020-04-15 16:00
Amid the present coronavirus (COVID-19) infectious disease outbreak, officials have urged people to “shelter in place” and implement social distancing. This means staying home as… Read More
2020-04-03 22:00
The addictive power of meth may seem like living without it is impossible. The good news is there are therapies that have been proven to work to end the cycle of addiction and lead to a happ… Read More
2020-04-03 14:00
Each person who uses cocaine has a slightly different reaction to it. As a stimulant, cocaine generally makes people feel energetic, happy, and talkative. On the surface, this may not seem l… Read More
2020-04-02 20:15
Meth addiction affects millions of people. Use of it often starts at a young age. Research has shown nearly a million people, ages 12 and older, reported a methamphetamine use disorder in 20… Read More
2020-04-01 19:15
The side effects of meth abuse vary from person to person. Meth is a stimulant, which typically causes a high energy, seemingly focused sense of being. Its euphoric effects allow a person to… Read More
2020-03-31 17:00
If you’re wondering, “Am I addicted to meth?”, you’re not alone. Meth addiction symptoms take over the whole body. While not all of them are physically present, all o… Read More
2020-03-30 17:00
Cocaine addiction affects millions of Americans each year. The most recent information provided by the National Institute on Drug Abuse says cocaine accounts for nearly six percent of all ad… Read More
2020-03-28 17:00
In most cases of drug addiction, there are both physical and mental side effects. However, the effects of cocaine abuse on the body lean toward behavioral changes primarily. These changes ma… Read More
2020-03-27 17:00
The highs and lows of cocaine dependence come fast and furious. A cocaine high usually doesn’t last beyond 30 minutes, and depending on the method of use, sometimes it’s far less… Read More
2020-03-26 14:00
Cocaine detox and withdrawal is a painful time. It can last for days, weeks, or even months depending on the situation. There are both physical and mental withdrawal symptoms that occur, eac… Read More
2020-03-25 14:00
Cocaine is highly addictive due to the rush of euphoria it provides. This high is short-lived, sometimes only five or ten minutes, which causes people to continue with additional doses at gr… Read More
2020-02-19 16:39
Binge drinking involves drinking to a point where your blood alcohol level is .08 grams percent or above. This typically equates to four standard alcoholic drinks for women and five for men… Read More
2020-02-18 16:31
Binge drinking is a risky behavior that can easily lead to alcoholism. Although typically viewed in a social light, a single instance of binge drinking can have both short-term and long-term… Read More
2020-02-17 16:56
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, binge drinking is the most common pattern of excessive alcohol use in the United States. Binge drinking is defined as drinking en… Read More
2020-02-16 16:08
Alcoholism affects millions of Americans every year. A large portion of this starts with binge drinking. According to national binge drinking statistics, one in every six U.S. adults binge d… Read More
2020-02-13 16:14
Heroin detox is intense and can feel overwhelming, but it’s also temporary and the foundation needed to jumpstart your path to long-term recovery. A medically managed detox program is… Read More
2020-02-12 16:53
Heroin is a dangerous, addictive drug, but what makes heroin addictive? Heroin affects the neurons in the brain. We rely on our brain to regulate our basic functions and when there’s a… Read More
2020-02-11 16:14
Heroin derives from opium poppy plants that grow in Asia, Mexico, and Colombia. The hypnotic qualities of poppies were also used by the ancient Greeks for medicinal purposes. Over the centur… Read More
2020-02-10 16:13
There are various ways that heroin addiction can change your physical appearance and affect your mental health. Although it doesn’t occur right away, there are symptoms of heroin addic… Read More
2020-02-06 16:44
Heroin addiction is an unpredictable, complex disease that affects millions of people every year. Fortunately, there are several options that have proven successful in treatments for heroin… Read More
2020-02-05 16:18
Heroin is a highly addictive drug, which means that even one use creates a change in the brain that can lead down a path of cravings, dependency, and addiction. Signs of heroin abuse vary an… Read More
2020-01-30 20:43
Benzo prescriptions and overdose fatalities involving benzos have both risen over the course of the past decade and a half. Typically, benzodiazepines such as Xanax or Klonopin are only pres… Read More
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