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Southern California Sunrise Mental Health in Orange County is dedicated to providing the best resources for our community. We want to offer as much information surrounding mental health as possible to keep our colleagues up to date. Stay informed and learn more about topics surrounding mental health.

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Southern California Sunrise Mental Health in Orange County is dedicated to providing the best resources for our community. We want to offer as much information surrounding mental health as possible to keep our colleagues up to date. Stay informed and learn more about topics surrounding mental health.

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Adderall Induced Psychosis

Symptoms of Adderall Induced Psychosis

Adderall, a powerful stimulant medication, is commonly prescribed to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. However, its misuse and abuse have become increasingly prevalent,

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What is Meth Comedown?

Methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, is a powerful stimulant that affects the central nervous system. It is known for its immediate, intense effects and equally

Addiction Is A Family Disease

Understanding Why Addiction Is A Family Disease

Addiction is often perceived primarily as an individual struggle, but its effects ripple through families, fundamentally altering their structure and emotional landscape. Southern California Sunrise

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What is Rainbow Fentanyl?

In recent years, the opioid crisis has morphed, unveiling newer and more insidious threats that lurk within communities, preying on the unsuspecting. Among these emerging

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What Are Marijuana Moon Rocks?

Marijuana Moon Rocks have emerged as a premium product in the cannabis market, capturing attention for their exceptional potency and unique composition. Often hailed as

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Looking for an Aliso Viejo Rehab?

It’s no surprise that Aliso Viejo has become a safe, enticing place to live. The new town has low crime rates and low drug addiction

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Is Weed a Depressant?

Depressants are a type of drug that slow down brain activity, leading to relaxation, sedation, and a decrease in anxiety. Common examples of depressants include

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Looking for a San Juan Capistrano Rehab?

The beautiful city of San Juan Capistrano is home to the Jewel of the California Missions, the oldest residential neighborhood in California, and beautiful swallows.

Rancho Santa Margarita

Looking for a Rancho Santa Margarita Rehab?

It’s a quiet and peaceful place. Through contracted law enforcement, the community has a relatively low crime rate. However, no Orange County community is without

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Looking for an Oceanside Rehab?

If you live in Oceanside, California and are seeking addiction treatment you might not be satisfied with your local options. But there are other opportunities

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Looking for an Encinitas Rehab?

Encinitas, California is an ideal Southern California city for surf and sunshine. However, if you’re looking for addiction treatment, you might not be able to

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Looking for a Lake Forest Rehab?

Formerly know as El Toro, the City of Lake Forest is a beautiful, safe place to live, inhabiting 85 thousand people in the heart of

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Looking for a San Clemente Drug Rehab?

The Spanish Village by the Sea, San Clemente, is a beautiful location known for world famous surf breaks and gorgeous Spanish architecture. It’s a wonderful

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Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2023

Raising awareness around eating disorders is essential for breaking the stigma and allowing people to seek treatment. Learn more about it here.

Self-Advocacy in Mental Health

Self-Advocacy in Mental Health

Seeking treatment from a healthcare professional (HCP) can be intimidating. As a result, it can be difficult to voice your opinion and advocate for yourself.

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Is Ecstasy Addictive?

7.4% of people 12 years and older have tried ecstasy at least once in their lifetime. Learn why is ecstasy addictive and the suggested treatment

Mental Wellness in the Digital Age

Mental Wellness in the Digital Age

Technology has a hand in almost everything you do, including communicating with friends and family or shopping online. In today’s digital age, it is hard

What Is Dissociative Identity Disorder?

What Is Dissociative Identity Disorder?

Understanding dissociative identity disorder (DID) requires an individual to first consider what identity is. Identity is a complex, multidimensional concept that is an amalgamation of

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What is Blue Xanax?

Blue Xanax is a fast-acting anxiety drug highly effective for treating insomnia, and panic attacks, it’s also what makes it so addictive. Learn more here.

Benefits of Nature on Mental Health

Benefits of Nature on Mental Health

Available treatments for mental health conditions are constantly progressing and evolving. With each new medication, it can be easy to forget the benefits of simple

depressed man mixing Zoloft and Alcohol

Risks of Mixing Zoloft and Alcohol

Mixing antidepressants and alcohol is not recommended, as alcohol can worsen depression symptoms. Learn more about the risks of mixing Zoloft and Alcohol.

It Runs in the Family

It Runs in the Family

Most health conditions have a genetic component, although to what extent is highly variable. Mental health disorders are no different and often have a significant

Budgeting With Bipolar Disorder

Budgeting With Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by drastic fluctuations in mood. These fluctuations typically occur in mood episodes consisting of sets of specific symptoms.

Combating Obsessive Thoughts of OCD

Combating Obsessive Thoughts of OCD

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an aptly-named anxiety disorder characterized by obsessions and compulsions. Obsessions are persistent thoughts, urges, or images that are intrusive and unwanted.

Living With a Mental Health Disorder

Living With a Mental Health Disorder

When you think of life with a mental health disorder, you might wonder how this will affect your daily routine. Each specific mental health diagnosis

The Dangers of Untreated Mental Illness

The Dangers of Untreated Mental Illness

Mental illness is widespread in the United States, affecting roughly one in five adults. On average, less than half seek mental health treatment in any

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Klonopin and Alcohol

Mixing alcohol with prescription medications can cause several potential side effects, some of which can be life-threatening. This is especially true when mixing Klonopin and

Treatment for ADHD: Stimulants vs. Non-Stimulants

Treatment for ADHD: Stimulants vs. Non-Stimulants

Adjusting to a diagnosis of ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) can involve learning an extensive amount of new information. This includes researching the various medications available to

How ADHD Symptoms Appear to Loved Ones

How ADHD Symptoms Appear to Loved Ones

When you have a mental health condition, it’s sometimes difficult to gain insight into how it might affect your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This level

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Understanding the Dangers of Fentanyl

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2019, the percentage of persons 12 and older who had used any illicit drug

The Role of Food in Mental Health

The Role of Food in Mental Health

Whether it’s to satisfy your hunger pains or for enjoyment, everyone eats food. Eating is an everyday activity for everyone and a survival need. It’s

Symptoms and Signs of Anxiety

Symptoms and Signs of Anxiety

Anxiety is a very common issue in contemporary society. Close to 32% of all adults have experienced some form of anxiety in their lifetime. In

ptsd and addiction

PTSD and Addiction

Individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are more susceptible to developing a drug addiction. Studies have shown a 50% prevalence of substance use disorder (SUD)