People with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental illnesses often try to self-medicate to make their mental health problems temporarily go away. The more emotionally disturbed a person is, the more vulnerable they are to substance abuse and addiction.
Why Morningside is Different Than Other Rehabs
Morningside Recovery was featured in the article “Morningside Recovery: Beyond Addiction—Treatment Centered Around You” about what makes Morningside Recovery stand out from other rehabs that have ineffective lockdown and 12-step programs.
Healthy Eating Tips and Recipes For Stress
When you’re stressed out, eating right becomes your last priority even though it can help you a lot. People react to stress in different ways, from completely skipping meals to ordering copious amounts of Chinese Food. Try these quick, healthy eating tips and recipes for stress in your life.
Big Bear Hiking Trip July 2013
A tradition at Morningside Recovery is our adventure therapy trips. This month, we set out for a Big Bear hiking…
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Famous Figures That Suffered From Agoraphobia
Many renowned and accomplished people also suffer from social anxiety. Surprisingly, these three famous figures suffered from agoraphobia, a debilitating social disorder.
7 Powerful Addiction Memoirs to Add to Your Reading List
These 7 powerful addiction memoirs will remind you that you are not alone in your struggle with addiction. Even if you are not in recovery, these memoirs are incredibly relatable to anyone dealing with loss, depression, or hardship.
Refreshing Fruit Infused Water Recipes
These delicious and refreshing fruit infused water recipes will quench your thirst and make you want to drink more water. Water with a splash of fruit is a great substitute for alcoholic beverages or sugary soft drinks.
Your Brain on Pot: Recent Study Shows the Effects of Marijuana on the Brain
A recent study at Harvard and Northwestern University reveals the surprising effects of marijuana on the brain and body. Marijuana effects parts of the brain that control memory, motivation, and the pleasure-reward center involved in sex, socializing, and eating.
How to Party like a Recovery Rockstar
Party like a real rockstar! Most actual rockstars from the golden age of rock are sober or clean today and proud of it. Eric Clapton, David Bowie, Alice Cooper, and even contemporary stars like Lana Del Rey and Trent Reznor are all clean and sober – and still talented and living lives full of fun.