A Brief Overview of Alcoholism Costa Mesa CA

Nobody knows what causes alcoholism. People with parents who have alcoholism have a greater chance of getting the disease. Alcoholism may be related to the things we learn when we are growing up. Alcoholism is not caused by a lack of will power or moral values.

New Directions for Women Inc
(949) 548-5546
2607 Willow Lane
Costa Mesa, CA
Hotline
(800) 939-6636
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Buprenorphine Services
Types of Care
Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Gays and Lesbians, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, Residential beds for clients' children, Criminal justice clients
Language Services
Spanish

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South Coast Counseling Inc
(949) 642-0180
693 Plumer Street
Costa Mesa, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Halfway house
Types of Care
Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)

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Orange County Detox
(949) 631-1009
536 Hamilton Street
Costa Mesa, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Detoxification, Buprenorphine Services
Types of Care
Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less)
Language Services
Spanish

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Women''s Recovery of California
(888) 941-9048
154 East Bay Street
Costa Mesa, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Detoxification
Types of Care
Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Seniors/older adults, Women, Men, Criminal justice clients
Language Services
Farsi, Spanish

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Supportive Recovery Services
(949) 515-9915
160 Bay Street
Costa Mesa, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Halfway house
Types of Care
Residential short-term treatment (30 days or less), Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days), Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Men, Criminal justice clients

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Nancy Clark and Associates Inc
(949) 631-0550
1110 Victoria Street
Costa Mesa, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)

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Action Consultants/Therapy
(949) 645-7484
1670 Santa Ana Avenue
Costa Mesa, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Outpatient
Language Services
Spanish

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Southern CA Alcohol and Drug Progs Inc
(949) 646-2271
2212 Placentia Avenue
Costa Mesa, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse
Types of Care
Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Pregnant/postpartum women, Women, Residential beds for clients' children

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Safe Harbor Treatment Center
(949) 645-1026
240 Knox Street
Costa Mesa, CA
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Halfway house
Types of Care
Residential long-term treatment (more than 30 days)
Special Programs/Groups
Women, Residential beds for clients' children

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National Therapeutic Services Inc
(714) 432-0727
209 E 18th Street
Costa Mesa, CA
Hotline
(949) 933-3678
Services Provided
Substance abuse , Halfway house
Types of Care
Outpatient
Special Programs/Groups
Persons with co-occurring mental and substance abuse disorders, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Seniors/older adults, Pregnant/postpartum women, Criminal justice clients

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A Brief Overview of Alcoholism

Alcoholism is a most powerful disease which spoils the part of the brain that controls your feelings, the way you make decisions, and the way you act with others. Individuals with alcoholism are not able to control how much they drink.

Causes of Alcoholism

Nobody knows what causes alcoholism. People with parents who have alcoholism have a greater chance of getting the disease. Alcoholism may be related to the things we learn when we are growing up. Alcoholism is not caused by a lack of will power or moral values.

How can I tell if I have alcoholism?

It is not easy to tell if you have alcoholism. You might drink socially at first, but over time the drinking can get out of control. Your family, friends, or doctor might notice it before you do. You might drink to help yourself go to sleep or deal with stress and anxiety. Over time, you need to drink more to feel the same way.
As the drinking gets worse, you may have some of the following:
 
∗ Stomach ulcers
∗ Liver disease
∗ Mood problems, such as depression and irritability
∗ Trouble sleeping
∗ Problems with family and friends
∗ Problems at work.

You might have alcoholism if you have tried to quit drinking but were not able to stop. Alcoholism can make you do things you wouldn’t do if you were sober. Some of these things can hurt other people, even the people you love.

Where can I get help for alcoholism?

Your doctor can help you find the right treatment program. You also...

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