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Why Trauma-Informed Care Matters

Why Trauma-Informed Care Matters

For many individuals living with addiction or mental health disorders, trauma is more than just part of their story, it's a driving force behind it. Trauma-informed care recognizes the profound impact that past experiences of harm, neglect, or loss can have on a...

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What Is a Functional Alcoholic?

What Is a Functional Alcoholic?

The term "functional alcoholic" is often used to describe someone who appears to maintain their responsibilities while struggling with alcohol use. They may hold a job, keep up appearances in their social life, and provide for their family, all while privately...

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Memorial Day

Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a solemn time to honor and remember the brave individuals who gave the ultimate sacrifice, their lives, in service to our country. While for many it marks a long weekend, for countless veterans, it is a deeply personal and emotional reminder of loss,...

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Is Marijuana Addictive? Everything You Need to Know

Is Marijuana Addictive? Everything You Need to Know

As marijuana becomes increasingly legal and widely used, across the country, questions about its safety and answering the question of whether marijuana is addictive is more critical than ever. While many believe marijuana is harmless or “non-addictive,” science tells...

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Is Ecstasy Addictive?

Is Ecstasy Addictive?

The use of party drugs like ecstasy, also known as MDMA or Molly, is increasingly common among young adults. As a loved one, learning that someone you care about has used ecstasy can be deeply concerning. Naturally, questions arise: Is ecstasy addictive? What are the...

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Is Alcohol a Depressant?

Is Alcohol a Depressant?

The term “depressant” can be confusing, especially when it’s mistaken for the emotional state of depression. But in medical and clinical terms, a depressant refers to a substance that slows down brain activity and central nervous system function. So, is alcohol a...

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Coping with Social Anxiety Disorder

Coping with Social Anxiety Disorder

Feeling nervous in certain social situations is normal, but for some, these feelings go far beyond occasional discomfort. Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) is a chronic mental health condition that can deeply affect every aspect of daily life. When left untreated, it can...

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College Mental Health: Where And Why Students Struggle

College Mental Health: Where And Why Students Struggle

In recent years, college campuses across the country have seen a troubling rise in the number of students seeking treatment for serious mental health conditions. These students are not simply stressed about exams; they are battling diagnosable disorders like...

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Addiction and Identity: Rebuilding Who You Are in Recovery

Addiction and Identity: Rebuilding Who You Are in Recovery

One of the most transformative aspects of addiction recovery isn't just physical sobriety, it's rediscovering or redefining your identity. For many individuals, substance use becomes so intertwined with how they see themselves that imagining life without it feels not...

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Grounding Techniques for Anxiety

Grounding Techniques for Anxiety

Anxiety can be overwhelming. It often feels like your thoughts are racing, your heart is pounding, and your body is stuck in "fight or flight" mode. Whether you're dealing with occasional anxiety or a chronic anxiety disorder, grounding techniques for anxiety can help...

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Marijuana and Pregnancy: What Expecting Mothers Need to Know

Marijuana and Pregnancy: What Expecting Mothers Need to Know

As marijuana becomes more socially accepted and legally accessible across the country, many people—including pregnant women—are left wondering: Is it safe to use marijuana while pregnant? The short answer is: no amount of marijuana use during pregnancy has been proven...

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What Is EMDR?

What Is EMDR?

When people talk about trauma therapy, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and distressing memories, one term that often comes up is EMDR. But what is EMDR, how does it work, and who can benefit from it? In this article, we’ll demystify EMDR and explore why it’s...

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Binge Drinking on the Rise in Young and Middle-Aged Women

Binge Drinking on the Rise in Young and Middle-Aged Women

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) defines binge drinking as four or more drinks for women or five or more drinks for men consumed on the same occasion—typically within about two hours—raising blood‑alcohol concentration to 0.08% or...

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The Importance of Helping Others and Being of Service

The Importance of Helping Others and Being of Service

The Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) program began in 1935 and has become one of the most successful recovery models for people struggling with addiction. Think about that: people have suffered from substance addictions since man first started crushing grapes and picking...

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Resentments and Forgiveness

Resentments and Forgiveness

The 4th Step in the Twelve-Step program of recovery tells us that "Resentment is the 'number one' offender. It destroys more alcoholics than anything else. From it forms all forms of spiritual disease." Let's take a look at why this is. First of all, I don't think it...

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How Therapy Dogs Help with PTSD

How Therapy Dogs Help with PTSD

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can have a profound impact on daily life—causing nightmares, flashbacks, anxiety, and difficulty trusting others. While traditional treatments like therapy and medication remain vital, an unexpected ally has emerged in the fight...

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Meth Use During Pregnancy

Meth Use During Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a transformative journey filled with anticipation, growth, and preparation for a new life. However, for women struggling with methamphetamine addiction, this period can also bring immense uncertainty and fear. While the risks of any substance use during...

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