orange county
Overtaken - Grieving Mom Makes Anti-Drug Documentary for Son
Jodi Barber from Laguna Niguel has created a new documentary called "Overtaken" that focuses on prescription drug abuse in the affluent communities of Orange County. read more...
Heroin Use on the Rise with Orange County Youth - Newport Beach CA
Black tar heroin is increasing its popularity among addicts as Oxycontin prices rise. People addicted to opiates are looking for a cheaper high, naming Oxycontin as a gateway drug. read more...
Investigating the Medical Marijuana Process in Orange County (Part 3)
The marijuana laws are changing rapidly as the drug has been decriminalized and seems destined for legalization. California and the O.C. have been at the forefront of this. While we think that the process will lead to damaged lives, it is our duty to follow up how this is affecting people. Our undercover reporter finds out what he can. read more...
Investigating the Medical Marijuana Process in Orange County (Part 4)
Orange California, in the heart of the OC is where our investigative reporter has been working with a user of medical marijuana named "Jack." This final entry is the follow up on Jack's experience with medical marijuana. read more...
Investigating the Medical Marijuana Process in Orange County, Part 2
If you live in the U.S., you have probably heard about the medical marijuana laws that have been passing in states like California. We are always keeping our finger on the pulse of substance abuse and we want to know what these new laws will mean to our society. This is part 2 in our series about Medical Marijuana in the OC. read more...
Investigating Medical Marijuana Process in Orange County Part 1
No matter where you live in the United States, you have probably heard about the medical marijuana laws that have passed in California. Our intrepid alumni reporter takes a look "behind the Orange Curtain" for what the medical marijuana process is for the layman. read more...
California Dual Diagnosis Treatment Becoming More Standardized
California dual diagnosis treatment centers will soon have another tool to improve treatment. Men and women who come to treatment for addiction and are experiencing a mood disorder like depression, anxiety, or PTSD will benefit. read more...
Virtual Tour of Sober Living by the Sea's Neighborhood
Sober Living by the Sea is located in the vibrant recovery community of Newport Beach California, and we offer the entire continuum of care from from detox to outpatient care based out of one central campus read more...
Continuing Care Protocol at Sober Living by the Seaot
If and when a client is returning to their home after completing treatment, they receive a lot of options for continued care. This is where Sober Living by the Sea's twenty three year history benefits the clients because we have a nation wide network of reputable addiction professionals. read more...



