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Can a Vaccine Help in the Fight Against Opioid Addiction?

It’s no secret that the opioid epidemic has had a devastating effect in the United States. According to data from the CDC,70,630 Americans died of a drug overdose in 2019, and over 70 percent of deaths were from opioid drugs. Overdose deaths were likely even higher in 2021, as preliminary data shows that 101,263 Americans […]

by Sam Dekin

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Mental Wellness Month

10 ways to Lower Stress and Anxiety During Mental Wellness Month

With the goal of starting the New Year off on the right foot, January serves as Mental Wellness Month. The hustle and bustle of the Holiday season can bring additional stressors and take its toll on mental health, but January offers the opportunity for a fresh start. This month, it’s time to be intentional about […]

by Sam Dekin

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College Mental Health Epidemic

Should Teenagers Be Allowed To Miss School For A Mental Health Day?

Health experts have expressed concern over the mental health effects of the pandemic, and the media has reported on issues like increases in loneliness, distress, and depression in the wake of stay-at-home orders. One group that may be particularly vulnerable to the stress of the pandemic is adolescents, who have experienced complete changes in their […]

by Sam Dekin

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Social Media Mental Health

The Harm in Using Social Media to Self Diagnose Your Mental Health

Social media is pervasive, and most of us probably maintain at least one social media account. While social media can provide a platform for connecting with friends and loved ones and staying up-to-date with current information, sometimes the content on social media is inaccurate. In addition, you may be heavily influenced by what you see […]

by Sam Dekin

Read More: The Harm in Using Social Media to Self Diagnose Your Mental Health
Social Media Substance Abuse Awareness

Using Social Media to Raise Substance Abuse Awareness

October serves as Substance Abuse Awareness Month, making now an ideal time to call attention to the effects that social media has on addiction. As with anything, there are both pros and cons to social media when it comes to addressing the issue of substance abuse and behavioral health. Knowing how to be a responsible […]

by Sam Dekin

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5 Tips Help Loved One Mental Health

5 Tips for Helping a Loved One Through Their Mental Health Challenges

As National Mental Illness Awareness Week is acknowledged October 3 to October 9, a loved one who lives with a mental health condition may be on your mind. Given the fact that almost one in five adults in the United States lives with a mental illness, a significant portion of the population is likely to […]

by Sam Dekin

Read More: 5 Tips for Helping a Loved One Through Their Mental Health Challenges
National Recovery Month

Celebrate National Recovery Month by Working to End the Opioid Epidemic

In September, we celebrate National Recovery Month, to call attention to the need for effective substance abuse treatment programs. One particularly critical area of need during this year’s National Recovery Month is finding solutions to address the opioid epidemic. Recent overdose statistics indicate that despite best efforts at prevention, the opioid epidemic continues to ravage […]

by Sam Dekin

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Mental Health Apps 2021

Best Mental Health Apps of 2021

Most people are familiar with apps that help them to manage their physical health. For example, it is not unusual for people to use apps to track their food intake, log their exercise, or hold themselves accountable for weight loss goals. While physical health is certainly important, it is also essential that you take care […]

by Sam Dekin

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grief and addiction

What you Need to Know About the Link Between Grief and Addiction

As the end of August rolls around, it is time to give some attention to International Overdose Awareness Day. While this event does call attention to a growing problem, it may also bring feelings of grief for some. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were just over 93,000 […]

by Sam Dekin

Read More: What you Need to Know About the Link Between Grief and Addiction
link between physical and emotional pain

Shocking Link Between Physical and Psychological Pain

Having a loved one with an addiction can be challenging and frustrating. You may feel as if you try everything you can to help them recover, but they continue to relapse to using drugs. While it may be difficult for you to understand, the reality is that individuals with addictions use drugs and alcohol to […]

by Sam Dekin

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Our flagship Santa Barbara location is conveniently located off the 101 Freeway near East Beach, serving the Santa Barbara community as well as Ventura, Oxnard and Thousand Oaks.

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Our Los Angeles facility sits on Venice Boulevard between Marina Del Rey and Culver City, a few miles from Venice and Santa Monica with easy access to the 405 and 10.

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Mission Harbor is dedicated to treating Santa Barbara County and Los Angeles County with specialized mental and behavioral health programs in a convenient outpatient environment.