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How Can You Help a Loved One Struggling With Their Mental Health and Addiction?
Watching a loved one struggle with their mental health and addiction can be extremely difficult. You may want to help but don't know where to start, or you think your attempts won't make any difference. However, there are many helpful things you can do to support your...
How West Coast Recovery’s Caring Staff Plays a Crucial Role in the Recovery Process
When people look for the right substance abuse treatment program, they often examine the various medical aspects. However, one of the most important pieces is staffing. With a caring staff, clients can get even further with their recovery than they may have ever...
Is There an Impact of Social Media on Substance Use Disorder?
The impact of social media can affect different people from many backgrounds. Families that are dealing with a loved one’s substance use disorder (SUD) understand the difficulties associated with navigating this difficult time. From attending treatment to creating an...
How Learning Proper Breathing Techniques Can Assist Post-Treatment
There are many different pieces to the recovery process. One of the lesser-appreciated pieces is proper breathing techniques. West Coast Recovery Centers offers a variety of mindfulness and relaxation techniques to clients.The Purpose of Relaxation in TreatmentThere...
What Are the Dangers of Xylazine? A New Form of Fentanyl
The dangers of xylazine may be new information; it's important to stay educated. Are you a family member of someone struggling with substance abuse? If so, you may already be aware that fentanyl has become an increasingly common and dangerous addition to the opioid...
Why the Introspection Process Is Important to Recovery
Throughout treatment and recovery, there are different pieces that come together to help a person learn more about themselves. One of the main pieces is the introspection process. This process is one of the hardest yet most rewarding aspects of recovery.The Purpose of...
Climate Change and Addiction: Is There a Correlation?
It’s impossible to ignore the impact climate change and addiction have on our planet. It’s a complicated issue that impacts us all in different ways, but one area of discussion which is rarely connected to environmental changes is substance use disorder (SUD). While...
The Importance of Individuality in Group Therapy
A key piece of treatment is individuality in group therapy. There is a constant need for people to create connections with others. The need for personal development is also important within the group system.What Is Group Therapy?Group therapy is the cornerstone of any...
What Can I Expect From a Military Recovery Program?
Are you, or someone you love, a veteran struggling with addiction? Are you looking for extra support and guidance to recover from substance use disorder (SUD)? If so, then the recovery programs available at West Coast Recovery Centers may be the best choice for your...
How Do I Know if I’m Crossing the Line Into Addiction?
A common fear among people who use medications or recreational substances is that they are veering toward addiction. But what does it mean to be crossing the line into addiction?What Defines Addiction?The National Institutes on Drug Abuse (NIDA) defines addiction as...