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Optimizing Recovery Through Community Engagement
Recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) takes time. People often feel more motivated to stay in treatment if they find healthy ways to engage with their local community. Relationships with sober peers also help people heal from substance abuse. According to...
How Can West Coast Recovery Centers Support Military Families?
Military service members experience unique mental health challenges. However, it's not only such service members who deal with the consequences of these challenges but also their families. Military families may also experience additional challenges, specifically in...
Exploring the Role of Genetics in Substance Abuse Recovery
Genetics impact a person's risk of developing substance abuse and influence how they react to treatment. Some individuals may also have a higher risk of relapse caused by specific genes. Additional therapeutic support and prescription medication may be necessary to...
How Does Spreading Awareness About AUD Reduce Stigmatization?
April is National Alcohol Awareness Month, and as such, there's no better time to spread awareness about alcohol use disorder (AUD). Spreading awareness of AUD can help individuals seek treatment and educate professionals on the importance of treating it....
Managing Triggers in the Age of Technology
Social media and other online sites have the potential to trigger intrusive thoughts, cravings, and symptoms related to substance use disorder (SUD). Managing triggers while scrolling online is important to reduce stress and the risk of relapse. Some individuals with...
Can Group Support Meetings Aid Early Recovery Post-Treatment?
Here at West Coast Recovery Centers, we offer several innovative, traditional, and non-traditional treatment approaches to help clients overcome their struggles with substance use disorder (SUD). These approaches range from holistic practices, such as yoga and...
Understanding the Healing Power of Pets in Addiction Recovery
Many people consider pets family members and form deep bonds with them. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), "Interacting with animals has been shown to decrease levels of cortisol (a stress-related hormone) and lower blood pressure." In addition,...
How Can I Find Academic Success Post-Treatment?
Many people set goals for themselves in their post-treatment recovery journey. At first, these goals should remain small and achievable, especially earlier in recovery. However, it's good to set additional long-term goals, such as planning to return to school to...
How Can Changing Perspectives Reduce the Risk of Relapse?
People often have a skewed perspective on their actions, thoughts, feelings, and beliefs while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Substance abuse can change how people interact with and understand the world around them. Thus, recovering from substance use...
Dr Bruce Figuered chats with Good Evening San Diego
Watch CEO Dr. Bruce Figuered’s interview with Good Evening San Diego, addressing the rising rates of depression and anxiety caused by higher reported loneliness among 18-28 year-olds. Feelings of loneliness can be triggered by social media use, societal changes, and post-pandemic isolation, and can manifest in panic attacks or depression. Those experiencing a mental health crisis often turn to drugs or alcohol to cope. WCRC works to address the underlying causes of substance abuse and to give you the tools you need to reclaim your quality of life. Watch the full interview for more information!