The coronavirus pandemic has changed everyday life for nearly everyone across the country. Employees are working remotely, children are learning virtually, and safety precautions have become the normal procedure, even during a routine trip to the grocery store. These are stressful and challenging times....
Real recovery means focusing on good mental health every day. That can be challenging, of course, especially given the stressful times we are in now. On World Mental Health Day, which is Saturday, October 10, we emphasize the need for everyone to be able...
Charity is not just about donating money. Acts of charity can include volunteering and reaching out to others in need. These days, you might think that is more difficult than in “normal” times but there are still a number of ways to contribute and...
It is not uncommon for mental health and substance use disorders to be linked. An individual experiencing depression, for example, may turn to medications in an effort to cope with the symptoms. That drug use can then turn into an addiction. Likewise, a person...
The COVID-19 pandemic has been devastating for many people throughout the US. Health officials have identified over 4 million cases and almost 145,000 deaths related to the virus and the numbers continue to increase daily. People on the front lines of healthcare who respond...
When you experience a mental health disorder along with a substance use disorder, it is referred to as a dual diagnosis. Often, it is difficult to tell which disorder came first but treating both together is generally recommended. 7.7 million adults experience co-occurring disorders....
When you free yourself from the burden of substance use, you make room for the greatest pleasures that life can offer. Finding peace after addiction is a journey, but it’s well worth the effort. If you believe that you can’t live substance-free, then consider the...
Mental Illness Awareness Week in 2019 is October 6th to October 12th. The U.S. Congress established Mental Illness Awareness Week in 1990. Every year, it takes place on the first full week of October and highlights the efforts of mental health advocacy groups like...
