New Found Life: A Family-Centered Approach to Addiction Recovery
In an era where addiction treatment often feels cold and commercialized, New Found Life in Long Beach, California, stands out as a remarkable exception. Founded and operated by Ed and Mary Ann Spatola, our treatment facility has spent over three decades proving that genuine care and compassion can be the foundation of successful addiction recovery. […]
Cocaine Withdrawal: The Effects of Cocaine and Treatment Options
Cocaine addiction is a medical disease that causes people to fall into damaging cycles of substance abuse. Early interventions and professional recovery services provide people with the support and tools they need to break the cycle and heal from substance use disorder (SUD). Many individuals and families struggling with cocaine addiction do not know how […]
Understanding the Link Between Trauma and Addiction: Symptoms, Impact, and Healing
Individuals who have experienced or witnessed traumatic events have a higher risk of developing substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health issues. Trauma and addiction may connect in multiple ways, worsening both conditions and requiring you to seek professional treatment. New Found Life uses evidence-based and holistic therapies to treat trauma and SUD. Exploring the […]
The Family’s Journey Through Addiction and Recovery: Finding Hope and Healing Together
Substance use disorder (SUD) significantly impacts the lives of individuals and their families. Treatment programs often incorporate family into the recovery process through family therapy and other support services. Family involvement in treatment fosters hope and supports lasting change. Clients frequently have better outcomes if their loved ones actively participate in treatment and continuing care. […]
Mental Anguish and Addiction
Mental anguish goes beyond everyday stress, presenting a profound and often debilitating level of distress. It can manifest as overwhelming feelings of sadness, despair or anxiety, and may result from traumatic events, chronic illness, significant life changes or conditions like depression or anxiety disorders. Mental Anguish Examples Mental anguish refers to intense emotional turmoil that […]
Setting Healthy Boundaries With Family for the Holidays
The holiday season emphasizes togetherness, joy and warmth. However, it can also be a time of extra obligations, stress and anxiety. Setting healthy boundaries is essential for maintaining your peace and making the season more enjoyable for everyone involved. Understanding the Importance of Boundaries Boundaries are the limits you set with yourself and others to […]
Seasonal Anxiety
While many people welcome the changing seasons with open arms, the transition can spark a heightened state of stress and unease for those with anxiety disorders. Unlike seasonal depression, which typically involves several months of low mood, increased fatigue and an inability to take pleasure in life, seasonal anxiety brings increased feelings of nervousness and […]
Psychoeducation in Recovery
New Found Life recognizes that genuine healing goes beyond merely treating symptoms – it requires us to recognize the underlying issues that contribute to substance use and mental health disorders. That’s why we emphasize psychoeducation throughout our continuum of care, empowering our clients with the information they need to actively participate in their recovery. What […]
Impacts of Physician Burnout
Physicians have highly demanding careers, leaving them vulnerable to burnout. This chronic condition is a state of emotional, physical and mental exhaustion due to prolonged exposure to high-stress environments. Contributing Factors to Burnout in Physicians Physicians face the unique pressures of making lifesaving decisions – often under intense scrutiny and without adequate rest. The nature […]