Treatment & Rehab — Articles
Treatment & Rehab — Articles
How treatment works: programs, detox, insurance, and choosing a center. 61 articles.
Mexican Xanax Bars (Farmapram): Facts, Effects & Risks
Benzodiazepines are widely prescribed around the world for conditions such as anxiety and panic disorders. In the United States, a common brand name…
Read article →Jan 02, 2025What If Your Loved One Wants to Leave Rehab Early?
When a loved one struggles with drug or alcohol abuse, deciding to enter rehab can be a transformative milestone in their journey toward lasting…
Read article →Jan 02, 2025Why January Sees a Surge in Addiction Treatment Admissions: Post-Holiday Triggers and Recovery Optio
The holiday season is a time of celebration, family gatherings, and communal reflection. However, for many people, it can also be a period of…
Read article →Mar 04, 2022What to Talk About With Your Therapist in Addiction Treatment
You may not know how to start a conversation with your therapist at the beginning of therapy. Starting the conversation is difficult, but developing…
Read article →Nov 05, 2021Are You Looking for An Alternative to AA or 12-Step Addiction Rehab?
Are you ready to find an alternative to Alcoholics Anonymous and the 12-Step recovery method? Passages Malibu could be the answer you’ve been…
Read article →Apr 01, 2020What to Expect in Residential Treatment at Passages Malibu
During your stay at Passages Malibu or Passages Ventura, you will have the luxury of healing in a tranquil and safe environment. Our treatment team…
Read article →Mar 19, 2019How Trauma Therapy Can Help in Healing From Addiction
When an individual experiences trauma, it is crucial they receive professional therapy, such as what is offered at Passages Addiction Treatment…
Read article →Oct 15, 2018Why Should You Choose Passages Malibu for Addiction Treatment?
What makes Passages different than most other treatment centers is the unique philosophy that we do not believe addiction to be a disease. Instead,…
Read article →Jun 25, 2018How to Ask for Help
“In the depth of winter I finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer.” –Albert Camus
Read article →Jun 14, 2018Visual Arts Therapy at Passages Addiction Treatment Centers
“All art intuitively apprehends coming changes in the collective unconsciousness.” -Carl Gustav Jung
Read article →Jun 12, 2018What is Art Therapy | Substance Abuse Treatment at Passages Rehab
“I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.” -Michelangelo
Read article →Mar 10, 2018What Are Opioids and Why Are They Dangerous
Opioids are prescribed to those with suffer from severe acute or chronic pain. Unfortunately, this drug is extremely addictive and dangerous even…
Read article →Oct 24, 2017Choosing Between Inpatient and Outpatient Rehab
After you have made the decision to go to rehab, the next choice you need to make is whether you with be going to inpatient or outpatient treatment.…
Read article →Aug 11, 2017Passages Malibu Celebrates 16 Years of Luxury and Non-12-Step Addiction Treatment
Since August 11, 2001, Passages Malibu has stood at the forefront of non-12-Step addiction treatment. When Passages Malibu opened its doors 16 years…
Read article →Aug 09, 2017Passages Venice Celebrates 2 Years of Addiction Treatment
Since 2015, Passages Venice has been offering outpatient addiction treatment in the vibrant city of Venice, California. On August 10, 2017, we…
Read article →Mar 24, 2017Where Can I Read Reviews on Passages Malibu?
The team at Passages wants you to know how great our program truly is. All the reviews and testimonials on this site were written by Passages alumni,…
Read article →Sep 24, 2015The Many Benefits of Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is one of the many treatment methods offered at Passages Addiction Treatment Centers in our quest in healing our client’s addiction.…
Read article →Sep 01, 2015Passages Venice, Outpatient Addiction Rehab
Welcome to our vibrant outpatient rehab center in Venice, California. Much like the treatment offered at Passages Malibu and Passages Ventura, the…
Read article →Dec 08, 2014What is GHB or γ-Hydroxybutyric acid?
GHB, short for γ-Hydroxybutyric acid, is another drug wreaking havoc on today’s club kids. It is popular among teens, young adults, and those in the…
Read article →Dec 05, 20145 Simple Tips on Rebuilding Your Life after Addiction Rehab
When completing treatment at an inpatient rehab facility, there may be a few questions that run through your mind, such as where to go from here and…
Read article →Nov 01, 2014Special November Message From Chris Prentiss
Welcome to November! It’s a lovely, fall time of the year. Thanksgiving is Thursday the 27th (2014). Malibu’s weather is usually sunny, warm and…
Read article →Aug 18, 2014Did you know this about Passages Malibu?
Addiction treatment is essential in healing the underlying causes of a person’s addiction. At Passages, we are proud to offer our clients the best…
Read article →Mar 27, 2014It’s Time to Let Go of the Word Addict
The word addict carries with it a stigma that the possibility of overcoming of drug dependence is somehow impossible or unobtainable. One of the key…
Read article →Jul 06, 2011How to Make the Most Out of Addiction Rehab
Attending an addiction rehab program and getting the most out of your treatment really depends on your level of willingness to change and personal…
Read article →Jun 25, 2011Music Therapy in Drug Rehab Centers
Many holistic, non-12-step rehab centers are now incorporating various non-traditional, cutting-edge treatment modalities into their programs. When…
Read article →Jun 20, 2011Yoga, Relaxation, and Drug Treatment
Over the last century, modern science has made many important advances in the field of drug and alcohol treatment. However, some of the most…
Read article →Jun 17, 2011JCAHO Accredited Treatment Centers
Most of the alcohol rehab programs out there today are primarily all the same, all based on the AA philosophy that has not been altered or updated…
Read article →Jun 13, 2011Beyond Group Therapy: Embracing Holistic Recovery with Physical Therapy and Fitness at Passages Mali
In the United States, the approach to alcohol rehabilitation is often narrowly focused on group therapy, overlooking the multifaceted nature of…
Read article →Jun 12, 2011Professionals in Addiction Rehab
Executives and high-powered career professionals who find they needing drug rehab often have specific needs, requirements and concerns. Professionals…
Read article →Jun 10, 2011Therapeutic Benefits of Luxury Rehab Centers
Although it may seem like just an added perk and not necessary for complete healing, attending a luxury rehab center does have numerous therapeutic…
Read article →Jun 06, 2011Treatment Team Approach at Passages Malibu
We are the world’s most innovative and effective residential drug and alcohol treatment program, partly due to our treatment teach approach. Unlike…
Read article →Jun 05, 2011Individualized Psychotherapy
We believe addiction is caused by various underlying and unresolved issues. Dependent individuals typically use drugs and/or alcohol as part of a…
Read article →Jun 01, 2011Benefits of Inpatient Rehab Centers
There are numerous benefits of attending an inpatient drug rehab program. Alcohol and drug addiction wreaks havoc on the body, causing vitamin…
Read article →May 29, 2011Confidentiality in Addiction Rehabs
While looking for a drug or alcohol treatment center, many potential clients state that their confidentiality is an extremely important issue for…
Read article →May 24, 2011Innovative and Different Forms of Therapy in Addiction Rehab
Numerous non-traditional, cutting-edge forms of treatments are becoming popular in rehab centers to heal dependency on drugs and alcohol. By…
Read article →Apr 21, 2010Breaking Physical Dependency at Drug Rehab Centers
Drug addiction happens for complex reasons—some of them physical, while others are psychological, emotional and highly personal. Because of the…
Read article →Apr 21, 2010Marijuana Addiction Guide
Originating in Southeast Asia, marijuana has been cultivated around the world for thousands of years for its mild hallucinogenic and intoxicating…
Read article →Apr 21, 2010Myths About Private Inpatient Drug Rehab
If you’ve never attended a private inpatient drug rehab program before, you may worry about what the experience will be like. Due to inaccurate media…
Read article →Apr 21, 2010Preventing Relapse at Passages Addiction Treatment Centers
Here are a few aspects of successful private inpatient drug rehab centers that can heal the physical component and emotional or psychological root…
Read article →Feb 12, 2010Contacting Loved Ones in Private Inpatient Drug Rehab
When someone you love comes to terms with a drug addiction and decides to enter inpatient drug treatment, it’s often a moment that brings incredible…
Read article →Feb 11, 2010Characteristics of Holistic Addiction Rehab Facilities
Holistic addiction rehab facilities treat the whole person—body, mind, and soul—with a range of approaches to maximize recovery potential. Because of…
Read article →Feb 10, 2010Amenities Common to Luxury Alcohol Rehab Facilities
The holistic approach found at luxury alcohol rehab facilities such as Passages encourages healing of the whole body. Many of the amenities common to…
Read article →Feb 06, 2010What to Look for When Measuring Rehab Success Rates
One of the most important measures of a drug or alcohol treatment program’s success rate is its ability to re As you are evaluating a rehab program,…
Read article →Feb 05, 2010Nutritional Needs During Extended Stay Residential Treatment
One often overlooked aspect of inpatient alcohol and drug treatment programs is the quality and nutritional value of the food served to guests. In…
Read article →Feb 04, 2010Alternative Medicine at Luxury Residential Treatment Facilities
Alternative medicine at luxury residential treatment facilities helps provide lasting solutions and improvements to the overall health of patients.…
Read article →Feb 02, 2010Diagnostic Tests at Residential Drug Treatment Centers
Diagnostic tests help establish whether there are existing underlying physical conditions causing drug or alcohol dependency to take hold.…
Read article →Jan 30, 2010Advantages to Onsite Detox Rehab Facilities
After deciding to receive treatment for alcohol dependency, the first stage of recovery is detoxification. This process is necessary to fully free…
Read article →Jan 24, 2010Safe Alcohol Detox at Passages Addiction Rehab
Alcohol abuse has become an epidemic in the United States, with over 15 million Americans suffering from alcohol dependency. In most cases,…
Read article →Jan 23, 2010Important Questions to Ask an Admissions Counselor
Your recovery from drug addiction can be the most important journey of your life. Often, people seeking out drug addiction recovery for themselves or…
Read article →Jan 22, 2010Healing the Body Through Holistic Addiction Treatment
During alcohol and drug dependency, the body undergoes a series of chemical changes that fuel addiction and create physical damage. When dependent…
Read article →Jan 20, 2010Individualized Care at Luxury Addiction Treatment Centers
The level of individualized care you receive during your alcohol or drug rehab experience can make an incredible difference in your recovery success…
Read article →Jan 19, 2010What Should You Pack for Residential Rehab?: A Helpful Guide to Planning Your Stay
When packing for your stay at residential addiction treatment centers, you’ll want to bring items that foster comfort and healing. Leave anything…
Read article →Jan 15, 2010Five Factors of Successful Inpatient Drug Counseling Programs
Most experts will agree that counseling is a vital component of successful inpatient drug rehab. However, not all inpatient drug counseling programs…
Read article →Dec 24, 2009What Does Outpatient Addiction Rehab Offer
Outpatient addiction rehab programs can make sense for individuals who do not need to attend inpatient treatment. By nature, outpatient rehab offers…
Read article →Dec 24, 2009What Does Outpatient Addiction Rehab Offer?
Outpatient addiction rehab programs can make sense for individuals who do not need to attend inpatient treatment. By nature, outpatient rehab offers…
Read article →Dec 22, 2009Talking to Your Insurance Company About Inpatient Rehab
Holistic inpatient rehab programs often offer the most thorough and successful treatment approaches for drug and alcohol addiction, with an equal…
Read article →Oct 27, 2009Types of Transitional Programs at Passages Treatment Centers
During the time period after completing an inpatient recovery program, adjustments may need to be made as you return to the routine of daily living.…
Read article →How to Get a Loved One into Rehab
The first thing to do when trying to get your loved one into rehab is to understand the need for treatment. While it may seem obvious that someone…
Read article →Navigating Addiction Treatment During the Holiday Season: A Guide to Holistic Healing
At Passages Malibu, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities presented by seeking addiction treatment during this time. Our non-12-step,…
Read article →Seeking Santa Barbara Rehab? Explore the Unmatched Elegance of Passages Malibu Nearby
When searching for drug rehab options in Santa Barbara, it's essential to consider the impeccable alternatives nearby. Just a scenic drive down the…
Read article →Understanding Oxymorphone Addiction Warning Signs and Treatments
Oxymorphone addiction is a growing problem affecting many people today. However, understanding the signs, risks, and treatments of Oxymorphone…
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