The teenage years are a time when kids are often exposed to new experiences, and some of these experiences may place them at a higher risk for encountering trauma. Teens may try to hide the [...]

Stress has a funny way of throwing your body into fight or flight mode to the point that you don’t even remember what used to help you calm down. Anxiety, exhaustion and difficulty with thinking [...]

The holiday season has hit full swing, which means that you may be feeling overwhelmed by the prospect of trying to get everything done. Between picking the perfect gifts and attending everyone’s [...]

The word “anxiety” is used loosely in today’s society, but anxiety is actually a specific and serious mental condition. It’s marked by feelings of extreme apprehension and [...]

In the past, we didn’t realize how deeply emotional trauma affected people. Often, it was assumed when something traumatic happened, the person would just “get over it” as time [...]

Anxiety is a normal part of everyone’s life. We all experience the sense of nervousness or unease that comes with facing an uncertain situation. However, those who suffer from anxiety [...]

Our hearts are with all of those who have suffered displacement and loss from the active wildfires in California. We want to assure our Avalon Malibu family and friends during this heartbreaking [...]

If you or someone you love is struggling with PTSD, you may be wondering what your options are as far as treatment goes. One option for treating PTSD is in an outpatient facility. When choosing [...]

The dictionary describes trauma as a “deeply distressing or disturbing experience, or a physical injury.” An example of a deeply distressing experience would be a car accident from which you [...]

First, it’s important to understand that many mental health disorders are treatable. When someone first begins to experience symptoms of mental illness, they can get help. With the correct [...]