Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. Because of that, there are many different approaches, tips, and tricks you can use to manage the symptoms each day

Overcoming addiction is no easy feat. It’s even harder on your own. If you’ve already gone through a recovery process and you’re on the other side, chances are you had some kind of help.

If you struggle with the effects of trauma, those issues don’t magically go away during the holiday season. In fact, the extra stress of the holidays, and even certain family triggers can make your trauma symptoms worse. 

OCD and anxiety are two very different disorders. Someone with anxiety doesn’t necessarily have OCD and somone with OCD doesn’t automatically have anxiety. But, there are often some overlapping characteristics between the two.

Most people have a basic understanding of PTSD and what it looks like. While the effects can be different for everyone, the stigmas behind the condition have been largely dropped over the years.

Anxiety can impact your life in many different ways. Depending on the severity of anxiety, it can affect your career, personal life, and even relationships. Unfortunately, it also works within a vicious cycle.

Winter is just around the corner, which means shorter, darker days, colder temperatures, and more time indoors. While some people love the coziness of the season, others really struggle with the cold weather and lack of sunshine.

Marijuana continues to be a hot topic of conversation across the country. Some states have legalized its use, while others are still holding back.

Recovering from an addiction is no easy feat. Whether you immersed yourself in a rehab facility or took part in an outpatient program, you’ve put in a lot of time, effort, and emotion to get where you are today.

Everyone knows the college stereotypes surrounding binge drinking, partying, and even drug use. Unfortunately, many of those stereotypes are in place for a reason.

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted nearly everyone in some way over the last year and a half. However, when most people think about the impact it’s had, things like job losses and loved ones with health conditions come to mind.

For someone who has struggled with substance abuse and addiction, there is no better feeling in the world than getting through treatment, getting sober, and living a clean and healthy lifestyle.

College is often one of the most exciting and life-changing experiences someone can go through. Of course, as a parent, you deal with a variety of emotions when it comes to sending your teen off to school on their own.

There are plenty of stereotypes that tend to go along with the college lifestyle. When it pops into your head, what’s the first thing you think about? For many people, it’s late-night parties. From depictions on-screen to things you might have experienced in your own life, there’s no question that college parties can involve a lot of alcohol. Sometimes, they go beyond that and even involve drugs.

When you think about some of the stereotypes that go along with college, alcohol consumption undoubtedly comes to mind. But those thoughts shouldn’t be considered the “norm” without also thinking about the adverse effects of excess drinking.

It’s easy for some people to assume they know the “ins and outs” of alcohol abuse. Unfortunately, that kind of thinking often leads to stigmas and stereotypes. As a result, people who are struggling go without treatment or may not even admit they have a problem. That’s why it’s so important for everyone to educate themselves.

EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It’s a type of therapy that's gaining a lot of traction in the mental health industry – and for good reason! While EMDR isn’t yet as popular as CBT or other types of talk therapy, the reason it’s becoming so prominent is that it’s so unique. Rather than focusing on speech to work things through, it focuses on eye movements and a “reprocessing” of the brain.

When most people think of the effects of trauma, their thoughts go to the mental struggles. That’s valid and not something to take lightly. Trauma can certainly create feelings of anxiety, depression, and even PTSD. But, in reality, trauma lives in the body and can lead to a wide rand of physical problems that last for years when not properly treated.

Since trauma and addiction are such common issues, it only makes sense that multiple therapies and treatment options exist for both. But not everyone responds to them in the same way. Some people prefer—and sometimes need—a more unique, innovative approach to recovery.

You’ve probably heard of the stages of grief before, but have you ever heard of the stages of substance abuse recovery? Breaking something like recovery down into stages can help someone going through it feel more at ease. Stages are more manageable than one sweeping strategy. Plus, you’ll be able to track your progress and see how far you’ve come.