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Fair Oaks Recovery Center blog articles in the field of substance use disorders and addiction recovery. Here you will find news, information, and inspiration about drug and alcohol addiction and recovery.

what is dual diagnosis? - depressed man looking out window
15
Dec

What Is Dual Diagnosis?

Dual diagnosis is the term used to identify when an individual is suffering from a mood or mental disorder while simultaneously struggling with an addiction. Historically, mental health conditions and addiction have been treated separately. Dual diagnosis is necessary because these two issues usually occur in tandem. Studies have consistently shown that being diagnosed with...
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overcoming drug addiction - happy couple - Fair Oaks Recovery Center
04
Dec

Personal Story of Overcoming Drug Addiction

Testimonial on Overcoming Drug Addiction: Is overcoming drug addiction possible? I thought it was, but I didn’t know anything. I spent so much time our time lecturing, begging, pleading, crying, and threatening my boyfriend to stop his drug use. After a rough patch that included a DUI, my prayer was finally answered and he went...
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social acceptance of drug abuse - watching television - Fair Oaks Recovery Center
19
Nov

Social Acceptance of Drug Use

The term “social” can be described as seeking or enjoying the companionship of others; friendly, gregarious. Unfortunately, nothing could be more further from the truth as it relates to the use of drugs. Social acceptance of drug use is a very serious problem in our society. Reality television sensationalism and the detachment of reality in...
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social media and substance abuse - social media drug - Fair Oaks Recovery Center
13
Nov

Social Media and Addiction

Social Media has introduced us to a new life, and within that life is the misinformation, acceptance and glamorization of substance abuse and alcohol. Technology has completely changed the way we socialize, especially the younger generations. The statistics connecting social media and substance abuse is astounding. According to the 2011 National Teen Survey, “American teens...
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signs of substance abuse in a loved one - Fair Oaks Recovery Center - stop addiction
29
Oct

Signs of Substance Abuse in a Loved One

If you think someone you love may be involved with drugs or alcohol, there could be some things to look for. With the wide range of different street drugs available, it’s often difficult to recognize the signs of substance abuse in a love one.
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Dana Martinez CADC II, ICADC, IS-E, GIP, Certified Interventionist Professional
26
Oct

Meet Interventionist and Counselor Dana Martinez

Meet Dana Martinez. She is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, CADC II, ICADC Certified through The California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) in Sacramento California. Working in the field of substance abuse Services since 1996, Dana Martinez has been able to reach many individuals who suffer from addiction. Recovery is a process...
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how to support a recovering alcoholic spouse - Fair Oaks Recovery Center - man and woman holding hands on beach
22
Oct

How to Support a Recovering Alcoholic Spouse

How to Support a Recovering Alcoholic Spouse When my husband finally entered AA, I was told that Al-Anon would be good for me. I went thinking I’d learn how to support a recovering alcoholic spouse and then I’d be done with it. I was too busy for Al-Anon and I wasn’t the one with the...
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sign reading consequences just ahead - addiction consequences - Fair Oaks Recovery Center of california - sacramento drug addiction rehab facility - california drug rehab
16
Oct

Addiction Consequences

Addiction runs the gamut in terms of the consequences that come with it. The consequences behind addiction can be emotionally devastating and deadly. To understand addiction consequences, it’s important to recognize that addiction is a disease of the brain. In 2011, The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) released a new definition of addiction highlighting...
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Healthy Coping Mechanisms to Aid Your Recovery - Fair Oaks Recovery Center - relax - list written on napkin
08
Oct

Healthy Coping Mechanisms to Aid Your Recovery

Healthy Coping Mechanisms to Aid Your Recovery When my husband’s drinking became too much for me, I took the advice of a friend and found an Al-Anon meeting. I needed to recover from the affects alcoholism had on my life. Al-Anon taught me how to change my behavior and learn healthy coping mechanisms that focused...
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national recovery month - Fair Oaks Recovery Center - september 2015
14
Sep

National Recovery Month

America’s communities are suffering from the consequences brought on by the ever growing epidemic of the disease of addiction and mental illness. If you personally are not suffering, I guarantee you know someone who is. This can be a family member, close friend, co-worker, neighbor or an acquaintance. With the high price of treatment, many...
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