September 30, 20267 min read
Glossary of Insurance Terms for Behavioral Health Care
Plain definitions of the insurance terms that decide what you pay for mental health and addiction treatment, each with an example.
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Articles on mental health, addiction and recovery
Earlier articles from the library, twelve to a page, with links to every page below the list.
September 30, 202610 min read
Parent Guide to Teen Mental Health Care in Orange County
You'll be able to tell which warning signs call for a professional, whether outpatient care fits your teen, and how to work with the school counselor.
September 30, 202610 min read
Orange County Mental Health and Addiction Care Guide: Levels, Coverage and Where to Start
You'll be able to match a person's symptoms to a level of care, know which crisis line to call first, and see how commercial insurance usually gets checked before treatment starts.
Teens and familiesMay 22, 202610 min read
Navigating the Storm: How to Tell if Your Teen’s Depression Needs Professional Treatment
You'll be able to tell which changes in your teen are ordinary ups and downs and which point to treatment.
Addiction and recoveryApril 16, 202610 min read
Finding the Light: Famous Figures Who Walked the Path to Alcohol Recovery
You'll see what public recovery stories actually show about getting sober, where they differ from your own situation, and which level of care might fit.
Addiction and recoveryApril 10, 202610 min read
The Coachella Survival Guide
You'll know how to plan for sleep, medication and sobriety before the festival, and what signs mean it's time to leave early.
Mental healthApril 6, 202610 min read
Understanding the Connection: How Alcohol Affects Your Mental Health
You'll see how drinking can feed depression, anxiety and sleep problems, and how to tell when it's time to ask for help.
Addiction and recoveryApril 1, 202610 min read
April is Alcohol Awareness Month: Finding Healing and Resources in Orange County
April is a good time to look honestly at how alcohol is affecting you or someone you love.
Mental healthMarch 20, 20269 min read
Spring Cleaning for Your Mind: How to Assess and Refresh Your Mental Health
You'll be able to tell whether your recent stress is a rough patch or a sign it's time to talk with a professional.
Mental healthMarch 13, 20265 min read
Finding Your Path to Wellness: Drug Rehab vs. Mental Health Treatment Facilities in Orange County
Taking the first step toward healing is an act of profound courage.
Addiction and recoveryFebruary 23, 202610 min read
More Orange County Cities Are Cracking Down On Nitrous Oxide
You'll see how state and city rules treat nitrous oxide, what warning signs point to a health problem, and how to decide on a next step for someone you love.
Addiction and recoveryFebruary 17, 20269 min read
The 14-Year Turnaround: Anthony Kim’s Journey from the “Dark Side” to the Adelaide Podium
Anthony Kim's comeback after 14 years away shows a long absence doesn't close the door. Here's how to tell when someone needs treatment and which level of care fits.
