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Opioid Addiction Increases Post Surgery
By Phil Kosanovich on June 29, 2016
A new study has linked those who have had a back surgery or joint replacement surgery to a higher risk of opioid use and dependence post surgery. The study shows that a significant percentage of patients who have gone under the knife continue to take very potent prescription opioid painkillers for months even years after […]
Intensive Outpatient Treatment at Cornerstone of Southern California
By Phil Kosanovich on June 16, 2016
While residential treatment is the most effective and comprehensive form of addiction rehab, IOP treatment can be effective in individuals after a residential rehab program. Many people have maintained careers and families throughout addiction and need to ensure the continuity of those aspects of their life during treatment. This is when IOP may be the […]
Don’t be ashamed of a relapse. Ask for help.
By Phil Kosanovich on June 8, 2016
A relapse has happened. What are you going to do about it? What are your options? Who should you tell or should you keep it a secret? There are many avenues down which you may travel after relapsing back into substance abuse. The best and most healthy option is to ask for help immediately instead […]
What does Cornerstone of Southern California offer?
By Phil Kosanovich on May 19, 2016
Here are just a few of the benefits offered at Cornerstone: Cornerstone is in-network with most major insurance companies and can accept HMO’s. Cornerstone believes in and practices ethical drug testing procedures approved by addiction professionals, addiction medicine physicians, the DHCS, the Joint Commission and the insurance companies we are contracted with. Cornerstone provides Alternative […]
Stay Positive and Exude Gratitude!
By Phil Kosanovich on May 11, 2016
Happiness is an active choice that we make each moment of every day. Abraham Lincoln once said: “Most people are about as happy as they make their minds to be.” It is true that your family genetics, general health, brain structure, exercise levels and other external factors play into your happiness, but a positive mental […]
What’s the difference? Alcohol Abuse vs Dependence
By Phil Kosanovich on April 12, 2016
Alcoholism can be described in different ways, for example using the term ‘alcohol abuse’ or the term ‘alcohol dependence’. Do both of these descriptions mean the same thing? The answer is NO. No they do not mean the same thing at all. What is Alcohol Abuse? The term ‘alcohol abuse’ refers to someone who drinks […]
Addiction Recovery – STICKING WITH YOUR RESOLUTIONS
By Phil Kosanovich on April 6, 2016
Many of us make new year’s resolutions at the end of each year and find that a few weeks into our new gym routine or diet regimen we begin to falter and fade back into our old unwanted habits. One of the very best ways to stay on track with your new goals, especially when […]
Tips to tame stress
By Phil Kosanovich on March 25, 2016
Are you irritable and frustrated due to too much stress in your life? Our case managers here at Cornerstone have come up with a few simple tips to reduce your stress level and restore serenity. These tips won’t take a lot of time and can help to bring your life back into balance. Get out […]