Every child yearns for the freedom and independence of adulthood, but not everyone is ready for the responsibilities. When children grow up, they may realize that looking for a job and paying the bills may not be so fun after all, but what about responsible...
Many people let themselves slide into unhealthy habits during the holidays. That’s one reason why we set New Year’s resolutions. For some, the issue isn’t eating too many cookies, though. During the overwhelming holiday season, it’s easy for those with substance abuse disorders to struggle...
Although the holidays are supposed to be filled with good cheer, they can be hard on people who are in recovery. Travel, financial situations, social gatherings and expectations can make Thanksgiving stressful. Plus, if others are raising a glass and celebrating, someone who has struggled...
What is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? A type of anxiety disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is defined by the National Institute of Mental Health as a “common, chronic and long-lasting disorder” characterized by uncontrollable recurring thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions) which the individual feels compelled to repeat. According to...
When you’re in love with an addict, you are literally fighting with drugs and alcohol for your partner’s love and attention. This tug-of war to rise to the top of your loved one’s priority list is an uphill battle as you constantly question your own...
Filling out surveys seems to be one of the most common ways to determine one’s identity these days. What do you want to major in? What if you choose the wrong major? Are you trying to change career paths? How do you know which one...
September is time for celebrating the re-emergence of pumpkin spice everything, cooler weather and recovery. The Mental Health Services Administration, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, designated September as National Recovery Month to bring awareness to the issue of substance abuse...
To this day, drunk driving contributes significantly to the number of injuries and deaths related to alcohol. In the US alone, drunk drivers are involved in car crashes that kill 28 people every day. Drunk driving-related accidents also cost Americans tens of billions of dollars...
Skipping meals is a common but unhealthy habit that many people pick up for various reasons: they are too busy to eat as they rush out the door; they want to lose weight, or they feel “full” on alcohol because of the “empty calories” that...
Have you ever felt confused by someone, like you have this sickening feeling that something isn’t right, but you keep a relationship with someone (whether romantic or platonic) because you want to believe that he or she is a good person? This is what it...
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