Why Outpatient Mental Health Treatment Is Important for College Students College is an exciting yet challenging time. Between academic pressures and adjusting to independence, many students experience mental health challenges. In fact, approximately 1 in 5 young adults live with a mental health condition according to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). Outpatient treatment…
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Understanding Stress in College College students face a unique set of stressors, from balancing academics to managing social relationships. When stress becomes chronic, it can lead to mental health challenges, poor academic performance, and burnout. Are you a college student in or near Los Angeles looking for sober living? Give us a call at 888-224-2836…
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Understanding the Timeline of Outpatient Care The duration of outpatient care varies depending on the student’s individual symptoms, needs, and goals. Some programs last a few weeks, while others extend for several months. Are you a college student in or near Los Angeles looking for sober living? Give us a call at 888-224-2836 for more…
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What’s the Difference Between Outpatient and Inpatient Care? When exploring mental health or substance use treatment, understanding the difference between outpatient and inpatient care is essential. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), outpatient programs are less intensive but provide flexibility, while inpatient care is more structured for severe cases. Feature Outpatient…
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There are so many benefits of sober living homes for those in recovery! One of the biggest benefits is the support you receive while transitioning back to a sense of normalcy and everyday life. What follows is a quick snapshot of why those in recovery should investigate what these homes are and how they can…
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Last week NPR published an article titled, “’The Urge’ says calling addition a disease is misleading”, written by Jeevika Verma. This thought-provoking take on why we should reconsider classifying addiction as a disease seeks to encourage people to be more mindful about the language we choose when discussing addiction and recovery. Need to Talk? We’re…
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The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism reports over 15 million adults, and over 620,000 youth between the ages of 12 and 17, in the United States suffer from an alcohol abuse disorder. 12.5% of these substance abusers are college students. Alcohol abuse disorder is a combination of alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence, or…
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With newfound sobriety and a support system in college, how does the sober student cope with pressures when they’re home for break?
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Contrary to popular belief that marijuana can relieve stress, heavy use in young adults is associated with changes in the brain that impair a student’s motivation, anxiety levels and cognitive processing.
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Stress is common, but when college stress becomes overwhelming, young adults may turn to alcohol for temporary relief.
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