
Latest News


How Does Alcohol Affect the Liver
Addiction, Alcoholism, Blog, NewsAlcohol is a toxic substance that when abused can cause multiple health conditions. Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is linked with increased heart disease, cancer, and brain damage, but how does alcohol affect the liver?
The liver is an essential…

What is Gray Area Drinking?
Addiction, Alcoholism, Blog, News“Gray area drinking” is a fairly recent addition to our cultural lexicon. Like anything else described as being in the gray area, gray area drinking occupies that middle ground. Are you wondering what gray area drinking is? Keep reading…

What Happens If You Fail a Drug Test
Blog, NewsDrug testing is a routine practice these days. Employers, schools, and courts often require a drug test as a requisite for an employment, participating in school athletics, and continued probation. So, what happens if you fail a drug test?
Failing…

The Physical Complications of Alcoholism
Addiction, Alcoholism, NewsAlcohol is a toxic substance. Having a drink now and then does not usually pose a health problem. However, the physical complications of alcoholism and addiction are many, and they can be very serious. Read on to learn about the long-term health…

Is Alcohol a Stimulant?
Addiction, Alcoholism, Blog, NewsIs Alcohol a Stimulant of a Depressant?
When we think about how alcohol makes us feel, we might first think about its relaxation effects. However, alcohol is not only desired for its depressant effects on the central nervous system. In fact,…

Alcoholic Wet Brain Syndrome
Addiction, Alcoholism, Blog, NewsWhen an alcoholic develops wet brain syndrome it is a sign of late stage disease. Learn more about wet brain and how to get help for alcohol dependence.
Alcohol can have a serious long-term impact on the brain and even damage cognitive functions.…

How Long Does Cocaine Stay in Urine – Fear of Drug Testing
Addiction, Alcoholism, Blog, NewsFear of Failing a Drug Test for Work Due to Cocaine
You may have an upcoming drug test and are wondering, “How long does cocaine stay in the urine?” Or you failed a drug test due to cocaine or other drugs and are not sure what to do next.…

What is Dry Drunk Syndrome?
Addiction, Alcoholism, Blog, NewsYou may have heard the term “dry drunk,” so what is dry drunk syndrome?
Not everyone begins their recovery journey feeling spry and chipper about sobriety. For a large number of people, a cluster of symptoms referred to as “dry drunk…

Why Trauma Often Leads to Addiction
Addiction, Alcoholism, Blog, NewsTrauma and alcoholism often co-occur. Learn about the link between these two disorders.
When you find yourself dealing with alcoholism, you might wonder how it even happened. What was the trigger for developing a drinking problem in the first…
Call for a Confidential Assessment
Journey Hillside Tarzana
4706 Viviana Drive
Tarzana, CA 91356
Licensed by the State Department of Health Care Services
#191001AP | exp 06/30/23
Let Us Call You. Request a Call Back.
Call (877) 414-1024 or schedule an appointment online
