Understanding Codependency Codependency is a relational pattern characterized by excessive emotional or psychological reliance on another person, often someone struggling with addiction. While the term originated in discussions of addiction, codependency can occur in many relationship types, including romantic partnerships, families, and friendships. Common traits include people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, fear of abandonment, and a […]
The Negative Effects of Your Cannabis Use on Your Pets
Why Pets Are More Vulnerable Than Humans Pets process substances very differently than people do. Dogs, cats, and other animals have smaller bodies, faster metabolisms, and neurological systems that are far more sensitive to toxins. What may seem like a mild or moderate amount of cannabis to a human can be overwhelming or even dangerous […]
How My Pet Can Make Me Grateful in Recovery
This article explores how your pet can make you more grateful in recovery, the emotional and therapeutic benefits of animal companionship, and how West Coast Detox integrates pet-friendly care into addiction treatment in Southern California. The Connection Between Gratitude and Recovery Before exploring how pets help cultivate gratitude, it’s important to understand why gratitude itself […]
The Clinical Role of Pets in Addiction Recovery
While medications, therapy, and group support are all effective and necessary parts of treatment, many individuals find that something still feels missing. That’s where animals come in. They offer unconditional love, non-judgmental companionship, and a source of comfort that can’t always be replicated through traditional means. For many people, connecting with an animal is the […]
