For many individuals struggling with anxiety, drinking alcohol feels like an easy way to relax and take the edge off. While lots of people drink to find relief from the stress of their busy days, if left unchecked, it can lead to a worsening cycle of anxiety and dependence. Understanding how alcoholism and anxiety are…
COVID lockdowns gave rise to home dynamics that people had never seen before, work-from-home life skyrocketed, children learned at the family computer, and close quarters resulted in relationship stress for couples. At the same time, the normal entertainment options were unavailable, and people looked to new hobbies for comfort. Right alongside the homemade sourdough boom…
It’s an unfortunate reality that millions of Americans are struggling with alcohol addiction. This disease can wreck relationships and destroy families, and can even be fatal. However, there is help available for those dealing with alcohol use disorder. An alcohol addiction treatment program could be the right choice for you if you are struggling with…
So many people suffer from anxiety in the modern world that it’s almost more surprising to hear when someone is not anxious about an upcoming event or relationship or conflict in their lives than to hear a long list of anxiety-related feelings. Although anxiety is a widespread condition, it’s not always crippling. Many people are…
Millions of Americans each year suffer from alcoholism. Left untreated, alcohol use disorder can wreck your relationships with friends and loved ones, destroy your chances at a job, and can even be fatal in extreme circumstances. However, there is hope. Alcohol addiction treatment is an opportunity for someone dealing with alcohol abuse to get their…
In the movies, the character with a drinking problem is easy to spot: sullen, unemployed, and estranged, typically found drinking alone or picking fights. Outside of Hollywood fiction, however, those with a drinking problem often look like our neighbors, co-workers, loved ones, and friends. They may be highly respected in their careers, beloved by their families,…
True Life Center in San Diego, California, provides an IOP (intensive outpatient program) and PHP (partial hospitalization program) that combines the latest in neuroscience with holistic wisdom to effectively treat alcohol and drug use disorders. Our alcohol addiction treatment program takes each individual’s needs and recovery goals into account. If you or a loved one are…
The thought of entering an alcohol addiction treatment program, especially for the first time, can seem overwhelming. This is especially true if you don’t know anyone who has participated in a similar program, and you are unsure where to begin or what to expect. At True Life Center, we want our patients to feel comfortable…
Many individuals enjoy a glass of wine to unwind in the evenings or a mixed drink during a meal with friends. But for some, recreational use crosses the line into alcohol use disorder. If you are worried that you or a loved one are struggling with alcohol use disorder, the team at True Life Center…