Bob Dylan is an American singer and is considered one of the best songwriters of all time. He's had a career that spans over 60 years of making rock and folk music that's influenced many generations. Dylan rose to fame in the 1960s, so it's no surprise his public image has had mentions of drug use. After all, many ... Read More
“Silent Warriors”: The Mental Health Struggles of Veterans
Veterans in the United States face unique mental health issues that can sometimes be severe. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, more than 1.7 million veterans receive treatment for mental health disorders each year. Why do veterans isolate themselves from the care they need? Many veterans suffer ... Read More
Common Medications for OCD
People with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) have persistent fears and unwanted thoughts. Intrusive thoughts often lead to compulsions, which are repetitive behaviors designed to reduce anxiety or prevent something bad from happening. Unfortunately, compulsions provide little to no relief for the anxiety caused by ... Read More
5 Original Tips for Keeping New Year’s Resolutions
Resolutions can be some of the most difficult demands we place on ourselves every year. For those recovering from alcohol or drug addiction, resolutions can be more than just a lofty goal. There are risks associated with making significant demands of yourself during recovery. If you've lived with addiction, you should ... Read More
A Quick Guide to Achievable Resolutions
With the new year just around the corner, expect to hear lots of buzz in the media and on your social media feeds about New Year's resolutions — specifically, how resolutions help us meet new goals and make improvements where needed. It's the time of year when we're expected to set lofty goals around self-improvement, ... Read More
The Friendship Slump: How It Impacts Men
Socializing, meeting peers and forging connections come naturally to children. As life gets busier in adulthood, men push friendships aside as they focus on responsibilities. The gradual distancing from close friends is part of a growing trend the Survey Center on American Life describes as a friendship recession. ... Read More
How to Not Talk Politics Over the Holidays
As the holiday season approaches, millions of Americans travel to spend time with loved ones. In fact, according to a 2022 study by AAA, nearly 113 million people traveled during the winter holidays, with Thanksgiving and Christmas being the busiest times for family gatherings. Unfortunately, these joyful reunions ... Read More
Common Medications for Personality Disorders
Personality disorders cause lasting changes in an individual's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, making it difficult to relate to other people. The symptoms of a personality disorder can impact a person's ability to maintain employment, participate in social activities, or have successful long-term ... Read More
