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Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

How Exercise Rewires the Brain and Supports Recovery

Exercise is often touted as a powerful tool for overall well-being, but its benefits extend far beyond just physical health. For individuals recovering from substance use disorders or navigating...
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Thursday, January 30th, 2025

How Alcohol Affects Your Brain’s Neurotransmitters

Alcohol is one of the most commonly used substances worldwide. Here in California, 16.6% of adults binge drink at least once per month. While moderate drinking may be seen...
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Wednesday, January 29th, 2025

Relapse Drift: How Small Slips Can Lead to Setbacks

Many people assume that relapse is a single event that occurs when a person returns to drug or alcohol use. However, relapse in the context of addiction and mental...
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Friday, January 24th, 2025

Breaking the Habit Loop in Substance Use

We all have habits—both good and bad—that shape our daily lives. But when these habits start to involve risky behaviors or substance use, they can lead to serious physical,...
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Monday, January 20th, 2025

The Fascinating Connection Between Gut Health and Brain Health

When was the last time you had “butterflies” in your stomach? Or did you feel a pang of unease deep in your gut when making a big decision? It...
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Wednesday, January 15th, 2025

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based form of psychotherapy that focuses on examining and restructuring the relationship between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Rooted in the idea that...
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Friday, January 10th, 2025

Trauma Can Be Stored in the Body, Here’s How to Release it

The mind-body connection is powerful. Researchers are finding more evidence of this relationship and how thoughts, feelings, and beliefs can negatively or positively affect our bodies. For example, the...
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Sunday, January 5th, 2025

What is a Negative Thought Loop and How to Stop It

We’ve all been there: that moment when a single worrisome or discouraging thought enters your mind and, before you know it, you’re spiraling through a chain of negativity. These...
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Monday, December 30th, 2024

Finding Gratitude in Recovery: Starting the Year With a Positive Mindset

With the arrival of the New Year, many people reflect on the past twelve months and look forward to fresh opportunities. For those in recovery, this time can feel...
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Tuesday, December 24th, 2024

Top Benefits of Neurofeedback for Mental Health

In recent years, neurofeedback has emerged as a promising, non-invasive, and drug-free tool to promote mental wellness. Neurofeedback—also known as EEG biofeedback—trains the brain to regulate its own activity...
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