Did you know that Betty Ford, first lady of the United States from 1974 to 1977 as the wife of President Gerald Ford, helped pave the road to recovery for many? After revealing a longtime addiction to painkillers and alcohol […]
As the drug epidemic in the U.S. continues to devastate families and communities, Google has stepped in with a “tech-enabled” approach to the crisis. With software updated frequently based on patient accounts – which will then presumably lead to individualized […]
The COVID-19 pandemic brought with it a slew of problems for people around the world, including a global crisis for mental health. Even before the pandemic hit in 2019, an estimated one in eight people globally were living with a […]
It’s no secret that healthy eating can improve your general well-being. Good nutrition can help set you on the path to a healthy weight and reduce your risk for chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer and more. For […]
Many people think driving is stressful. Drivers often wish for less traffic and a smooth commute to work, school or wherever they’re headed. Long commutes with heavy traffic can lead to increased stress levels, yet research shows that driving while […]
The term “back-to-school” can trigger many feelings, some bad and some good, in both adults and children alike. From being bombarded in stores and while watching TV to back-to-school nights and meet the teacher meetings, this can be an overwhelming […]
If you’re a therapist, chances are you’ve heard over and over again about the importance of self-care not only for your clients, but for yourself as well. You may be wondering what exactly does that mean? What does self-care look […]
Numerous public health officials have attempted to simplify the complex situation of mass shootings and describe the perpetrators with the blanket statement of “mentally ill.” According to research by Columbia, only 8-11% of mass shooters had mental health conditions. The […]
Everyone experiences stress in their lives. Some of the stresses are larger than others, and some stressors can even cause changes in our physical and/or mental state. Learning to keep your mental health in check by taking active breaks is […]
This month is near and dear to our hearts — September is National Recovery Month! With a tagline of “Every Person. Every Family. Every Community,” this is a month to acknowledge and celebrate those on the road to recovery. Since […]
