Medication-Assisted Treatment for Opioid Recovery
Ocean Hills Recovery offers evidence-based medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction, blending medical support with therapy to reduce relapse risk and build lasting recovery.
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California Opioid Crisis: Signs, Impact & Solutions
California’s opioid crisis continues to impact families, communities, and healthcare systems. Ocean Hills Recovery offers support, treatment, and real solutions for those affected by addiction
Opioid Withdrawal Timeline: Effects, Withdrawal, Detox Process
When someone uses opioids long-term or abuses them, and abruptly stops, they may experience some pretty uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. The opioid withdrawal timeline consists of feelings of discomfort as well as concerning conditions that could lead to health issues. Being medically monitored as an individual undergoes this process can help them not only to safely […]
Am I Addicted to Prescription Opioids?
Highly addictive and widely available, it is no surprise that prescription opioids have become one of the most dangerous and highly sought after drugs on the planet. With the increase of the use of Fentanyl, prescription opioids have become even more dangerous than ever before. By learning more about prescription opioids, we hope to offer […]
Overdoses in Young Adults
Substance abuse is on the rise among American teenagers and young adults. We live in a culture that heavily promotes binge drinking and partying. This promotes an exceedingly high level of mental illness. So it’s unsurprising there is a significant increase in overdoses in young adults. Vaping and marijuana use are at an all-time high […]
Overdose Deaths during Coronavirus Pandemic Skyrocket
While the coronavirus has sat at the top of our headlines for nearly a year, the drug use epidemic has quietly been stealing life from people at a quickening pace. It’s gone largely under-reported in mainstream media, though the impacts of drug use and overdose deaths have been felt in households across the nation. A […]
Common Myths About Heroin Overdose and Why Heroin Rehab is Necessary
When “research” is only a click away, it’s wise to be wary of internet searches that perpetuate myths about drug addiction and overdose. It’s also a good idea to be skeptical about information sources that cite old data to confirm conclusions that may have changed in recent years. Heroin is a highly addictive drug, and […]
What are the Rates of Substance Abuse, Overdose, Addiction and Suicide?
As of 2018, national studies reported by the CDC show that half of all states have seen a greater than 30% increase in suicide since 1999.[1] Is there a link between addiction and suicide? How many of these deaths were related to substance use or abuse? The American Journal of Psychiatry breaks down the following […]
Overdoses in California
The drug crisis in America has impacted millions and continues to burden individuals, families, communities, and so much more. The effects of substance misuse have extremely detrimental implications including, significant health problems at the micro-level. Additionally, this drug epidemic impacts society on the macro level. It does so by creating increased crime levels, teenage pregnancies, […]
Signs of Heroin Overdose & When to Seek Help
California heroin rehab has seen heroin overdose deaths on the rise in California during the past several years. Between 2012 and 2017, the annual heroin death total rose from 593 to 715. (1) People who use prescription opioids are also at risk of developing a heroin addiction. According to one study, 80% of the people […]
