Drug Rehab Agoura Archives - Awakenings Treatment Center

Thursday, October 17th, 2024

The Impact of Cannabis Use on the Brain During Adolescence

A recent study has found a link between cannabis use and changes in the brain during adolescence. Published in JAMA Psychiatry and reported by Neuroscience News, the research highlights...
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Monday, February 5th, 2024

Tolerance, Dependence and Addiction Explained

The words ‘tolerance,’ ‘dependence’ and ‘addiction’ are often used interchangeably, but they don’t mean the same thing. It’s helpful to understand the true definition of these words, so you...
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Thursday, January 25th, 2024

10 Signs Indicating Your Relationship with Alcohol Needs Attention

Do you ever worry that your relationship with alcohol has gotten out of hand? It’s hard to know where to draw the line when alcohol can be socially acceptable....
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Thursday, December 7th, 2023

Why Chronic Pain and Addiction Often Go Hand in Hand

Addiction is linked to many things, and chronic pain is one of them. Chronic pain is any pain that lasts longer than 12 weeks. The pain can range from...
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Thursday, November 16th, 2023

Cannabis and its impact on people with mental health challenges

Cannabis, a commonly used recreational drug, is often associated with feelings of relaxation and euphoria. But for some individuals, especially those struggling with mental health issues, cannabis use can...
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Wednesday, October 25th, 2023

Molly vs Ecstasy: What’s the Difference?

‘Molly’ and ‘ecstasy’ are recreational party drugs commonly used to enhance experiences at clubs, festivals, concerts, house parties, raves and other entertainment venues. While both substances belong to the...
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Friday, October 20th, 2023

The Importance of Staff to Client Ratios in Drug Rehab

When choosing a drug rehab (Awakenings Treatment Center is an outpatient drug rehab located in Agoura Hills, California), one of the first factors to consider is the staff to...
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Monday, September 18th, 2023

Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments

Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) is a condition that has emerged due to chronic, long-term cannabis use. CHS is a concerning condition characterized by severe vomiting, nausea, and abdominal pain. Cannabis,...
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Thursday, September 14th, 2023

Cannabis-Induced Psychosis: Its Impact on Young People is a Concern

More and more mental health professionals are now warning about cannabis-induced psychosis and its impact on young people. While cannabis (aka marijuana), is a commonly used recreational drug, it...
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Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023

Cannabis Induced Psychosis: Important Facts to Know

Cannabis induced psychosis is real. As I mentioned in a previous post, and discussed on The Broken Brain™ Podcast, not everyone will develop psychosis if they opt to use...
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