How Long Does It Take to Break an Addiction?
If you or a loved one are interested in overcoming an addiction, you may be wondering … how long does it take to break an addiction anyway?
Where to Get Chronic Pain Management in LA
Pain is a natural reaction to illness or injury, alerting us that something is wrong. Usually, when the illness or the injury is healed, the pain goes away. When pain persists for at least three months or longer, it is considered to be chronic. The underlying causes of chronic pain are wide-reaching. Research indicates that […]
9 Ways to Keep Your Recovery on Track
Addiction is a chronic disease and a chemical dependency. When someone who struggles with drug or alcohol addiction begins the journey to recovery, one of the first steps is to begin primary treatment. This is followed by rehabilitation. Primary treatment programs typically take place over a period of four to six weeks, although there are [...]
March Is Self-Harm Awareness Month
Throughout the United States, Canada, and Western Europe, March is recognized as Self-Harm Awareness Month, which calls attention to the nearly two million self-injury cases that occur each year. Much like addiction, self-harm occurs across all ages, races, religions, and socioeconomic and education levels. There is a strong connection between self-harm and substance addiction. At […]
Westwind Announces New Clinical Officer
Westwind Recovery® is excited to announce that Dr. Deena Manion has been brought on as Clinical Officer. This new addition to the leadership team will help Westwind continue to grow and offer high-quality clinical care to clients. At Westwind, we’re constantly learning about new ways to help our clients recover. Dr. Manion brings years of [...]
Small Changes You Can Make in Your Everyday Life During Recovery
For those in recovery from addiction to drugs and alcohol, returning to everyday life after treatment can be a challenge. Making this transition involves going from an inpatient treatment center where you may have had support 24/7 to a life where you might only attend meetings once or twice a week. To make this transition […]
