American Addiction Centers

10/27/2025

MCON 2025, created by Veterans, for Veterans, was one for the books. 🇺🇸✨

This is the only annual event that celebrates what Veterans love and miss about military culture while building community, connection, and well-being for those who served and their families.

Our Veteran Liaison Team was honored to represent American Addiction Centers, connecting with partners like PsychArmor and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and sharing our commitment to Veterans’ recovery and support. Grateful for the conversations, the camaraderie, and the reminder that “Welcome Home” means showing up together. 💙

10/24/2025

💡 Think outpatient care doesn't work? Think again.

At American Addiction Centers, our outpatient programs provide structured, evidence-based treatment while allowing you to maintain your daily life. Many myths surround outpatient care like it’s not intensive or it’s only for “mild” cases, but the truth is, it’s a flexible, effective option for many people on their recovery journey.

🌟 Why it works:
▪️Personalized treatment plans
▪️Therapy & support tailored to your needs
▪️Continued guidance while you stay connected to home, work, and family

Ready to see if outpatient care might be an option for you? 📲 866-244-1070

10/23/2025

Is there a single therapeutic approach that's best for treating addiction? 🤔

According to Chris Cummins, Chief Operating Officer at our Laguna Treatment Center, the approach that works best will vary from person to person, and often a combination of therapies results in the most successful outcomes.

Learn about the many therapies used in addiction treatment 👉 https://loom.ly/uIvsIes

10/22/2025

Dr. Gary Mitrevolis, our Medical Director at Laguna Treatment Center, recently joined "The Addicted Mind" podcast to dive deep into THC addiction and the rising risks of high-potency cannabis.

From the effects on adolescent brain development and motivation to the mental and physical health challenges of chronic use, Dr. Mitrevolis shares vital insights for anyone navigating the changing landscape of cannabis use and addiction treatment.

In the “Unveiling the Risks: THC Addiction and the Impact of High-Potency Cannabis” episode, you'll hear about:

▪️ Rising THC potency and its health implications.
▪️ Cannabis’ impact on the adolescent brain, IQ, and motivation.
▪️ Strategies for managing withdrawal and recovery.
▪️ Myths vs. realities of cannabis safety.

This is a must-listen for parents, clinicians, and anyone interested in understanding the real risks of modern cannabis use.

🎧 Listen here: https://loom.ly/mhQh9vM

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10/21/2025

🚨 Just over an hour to go!

Join us virtually at 6 p.m. CT for AAC Mission Forward: Responding Under Fire. Joe from our Veteran Team is leading this recovery-focused discussion for AAC alumni who are Veterans, their loved ones, and the larger Veteran-in-recovery community.

Last month's session was on Staying Mission-Ready in Recovery, and we're sharing the key takeaways with you here.

But you won’t want to miss tonight's conversation. See you there!
👉 https://loom.ly/iC3QEas

Treatment for co-occurring illness and addiction at American Addiction Centers is tailored to help Veterans and their families.

10/21/2025

🌈 Sometimes, the journey to self-acceptance takes us places we never expected, and Eureka O’Hara knows that better than most.

You might remember her powerful "Addiction Talk" episode, where she shared her story of recovery and the challenges, the healing, and the courage it takes to truly love yourself again.

Now, Eureka is turning that same message of hope into something magical as she co-authored a middle-grade novel about Jackson Bright, a boy who dares to enter a local pageant in drag. 👑 Through Jackson’s story, readers see what it means to embrace identity, celebrate friendship, and find confidence in being exactly who you are.

Eureka reminds us that recovery isn’t just about leaving old habits behind but discovering new ways to shine. 🌟

🎥 Watch her "Addiction Talk" interview here: https://loom.ly/DN6ClyQ

10/20/2025

Happening Tonight! 📣 Join us for AAC Thrive with Mike and Friends, our free, virtual recovery discussion open to AAC alumni, friends, and the broader recovery community. 🕖 Tonight at 4 p.m. PT / 7 p.m. ET

This month’s session is all about setting boundaries in recovery: how to protect your peace, strengthen your recovery, and build healthier relationships. ✅

You’ll be joined by our own celebrity interventionist Mike Diamond, along with Maddie Gebreegziabher, Alumni Coordinator at our Desert Hope Treatment Center in Las Vegas. Together, they’ll share real, practical insights—the kind you can use right away.

✨ Give us an hour, and we’ll give you valuable tips plus a takeaway you can only get by being there. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow with others on the recovery journey.

🔗 Click the link to join the discussion and be part of tonight’s conversation! https://loom.ly/lbqDmok

10/20/2025

This , we’re drawing attention to a critical but often overlooked risk factor: alcohol. Even one drink a day—or less—can increase the likelihood of developing breast and several other cancers.

Learn more about the link between alcohol and cancer risk in our online guide: 🔗 https://loom.ly/Pui1KG8

10/17/2025

🫡 Responding Under Fire: Staying Calm When Stress Hits

Military training teaches focus and composure under pressure, skills that are just as vital in recovery. This Tuesday, October 21, at 4 PM PT / 7 PM ET, we're hosting the next AAC: Mission Forward virtual discussion designed for Veterans in recovery, including AAC Veteran alumni.

This session will explore practical tools for:
▪️ Managing stress and emotional triggers.
▪️ Staying grounded when life gets intense.
▪️ Applying military calm to real-world recovery challenges.

Whether you’re a Veteran navigating life after service or someone supporting one, this is an opportunity to connect, learn, and strengthen your toolkit for resilience.

🔗 https://loom.ly/cTQXnC0 to add the event to your calendar. Share it with the Veterans in recovery you know!

10/16/2025

You’re invited to our next AAC Thrive with Mike and Friends!

Join us for a free, virtual discussion open to all AAC alumni, their loved ones, and anyone in the recovery community. 💙

This month’s topic is Setting Boundaries in Recovery. We’ll talk about how boundaries can help protect your peace, strengthen your recovery, and build healthier relationships with yourself and others.

The discussion will be led by Mike Diamond, alongside Maddie Gebreegziabher, our new Alumni Coordinator at Desert Hope Treatment Center, our facility in Las Vegas.

📅 When: October 20th
🕖 Time: 7 PM ET / 4 PM PT
💻 Where: Virtual (free to join!)

This is more than just a meeting; it’s a chance to connect, share, and make new friends within the recovery community. Because recovery grows stronger when we grow together. 💪

✨ Click https://loom.ly/lbqDmok to add this event to your calendar. We can’t wait to see you there!

10/16/2025

💙 Big day for the AAC family!

We’re excited to share that today at 4 p.m. CT, we’re officially launching AAC Together, our revamped alumni app created to make it easier than ever to stay connected, supported, and thriving in recovery.

📲 You can download AAC Together from the Apple App Store now, and it’s coming soon to Google Play!

This app was built with our alumni in mind. You told us you wanted something simple, familiar, and dependable, and we listened. AAC Together brings back the platform our community loved, with a fresh design and easier ways to:
✨ Connect with peers and celebrate milestones.
💬 Join virtual meetings and alumni groups.
📚 Explore recovery tools, articles, and resources.
🏆 Track progress and earn rewards for your consistency.

At AAC, recovery doesn’t end when treatment does. AAC Together is our way of keeping that connection strong and walking beside you, supporting your journey, and celebrating your growth every step of the way.

We can’t wait for you to check it out! 💙

10/15/2025

A recent JAMA Psychiatry study found that past-month cannabis use among people with psychosis has increased nearly 10% since states began legalizing recreational use, a jump much higher than what’s been seen in the general population.

For individuals already struggling with mental health conditions like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe anxiety, this rise can have serious consequences. Cannabis use can worsen symptoms, increase relapse risk, and make recovery even harder to sustain.

With rising THC levels and increasingly widespread recreational use, it’s more important than ever to understand the the risks of cannabis use and addiction on mental health.

At American Addiction Centers, we provide integrated treatment for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, helping individuals find balance, stability, and a path toward lasting recovery.

If you or someone you love is struggling, know that help is here and healing is possible. 📞 Call us 866-244-1070 for help.