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Detox  ·  Drugs  ·  Mental Health  ·  Treatment
Drug Craving Coping Strategies: 10 Strategies for When a Craving Strikes

One of the challenges that comes with recovery from substance use disorders is cravings. A person may want to stop engaging with substances, but that doesn’t mean the cravings leave them. Fortunately, coping strategies do exist, such as urge surfing techniques, the HALT recovery method, distraction coping strategies, and cognitive behavioral therapy for cravings. Mindfulness also helps with addiction recovery. Whatever a person’s favored method of craving triggers management, they will always have options.

August 28, 2025

Detox  ·  Life After Rehab  ·  Mental Health  ·  Treatment
What is Dual Diagnosis Treatment? A Guide for Los Angeles Residents

Many in Los Angeles face both mental health challenges, like anxiety, depression, or bipolar disorder and addiction. This dual diagnosis creates a cycle where each condition worsens the other. Effective Los Angeles dual diagnosis treatment addresses both issues together, offering integrated care for lasting recovery.

August 20, 2025

Mental Health  ·  Sobriety  ·  Treatment
Finding an LGBTQ-Friendly Drug Rehab in California

LGBTQ individuals face higher rates of addiction, driven by trauma, mental illness, and identity-based challenges like stigma and discrimination. Yet most rehab programs aren’t equipped to meet their unique needs. While California centers like the Alliance Health Project offer specialized support, truly LGBTQ-affirming care remains scarce, leaving many without the resources they need to recover.

July 22, 2025

Drugs  ·  Treatment
Inhalant Addiction Treatment: Pathways to Recovery in California

At SoberMind recovery in California, substance abuse recovery is only a phone call away. Read on to learn more about inhalants, overcoming inhalant dependency, and if a California rehab is right for you or a loved one.

May 14, 2025

How do Opioids Affect the Body?
Drugs
How do Opioids Affect the Body?

Opioids are powerful substances that have a high potential for abuse. They also have a significant impact on the brain and body. If you or someone you love uses opioids or are battling opioid addiction, you may wonder, “how do […]

June 21, 2022

How to Find Treatment for Prescription Drug Abuse
Drugs  ·  Treatment
How to Find Treatment for Prescription Drug Abuse

Addictive drugs aren’t always sold on the street; they can also be prescribed by a doctor. There are plenty of prescription medications that are highly addictive and dangerous if misused. According to the NCDAS, approximately 16.3 million people misuse prescription […]

June 7, 2022

Detox  ·  Drugs
How to Safely Detox from Opioids

Opioids have their place in the medical world as they are often used as medicines but are unfortunately misused by many people. This misuse can lead to dependency or addiction, which is referred to as ‘opioid use disorder’ in the […]

May 31, 2022

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What are the Signs of Opioid Addiction?

For the past two decades, opioid addiction has become a significant health concern in the United States. The following statistics provided by the National Institute on Drug Abuse paints a shocking picture: Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed […]

April 28, 2022