Your personality has a big impact on how you see the world, so it has the potential to affect your mental health. Although personality assessments aren't used to diagnose mental health conditions, they can help you choose the right self-care measures. Find out what to do if you have Enneagram 9 depression or other ... Read More
Prepared for an Overdose? An Essential Guide
Today, drug overdoses are one of the leading causes of adult deaths in the United States. The number of overdose-related fatalities rises each decade, surpassing 100,000 in a single year in 2022. If you or a loved one is in recovery, these growing figures shed light on the serious risks that come with relapse. ... Read More
Writing Therapy
Writing can be an invaluable tool in your road to recovery after you've been through drug and alcohol detox treatments at a medical detox facility and addiction recovery center. Writing therapy involves journaling thoughts and feelings to manage emotions and reduce stress. Also known as therapeutic or expressive ... Read More
Suicide Rates by State: A Look at Trends
Suicide can affect males and females of all ages. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicates the second leading cause of death among people aged 10 to 14 and 20 to 34 was suicide in 2021. Between 2000 and 2021, suicide rates increased by an alarming 36%. This article provides an overview of ... Read More
The 4th Wave of the Opioid Crisis
Opioids are powerful painkillers, but they're also incredibly addictive, and there's a significant risk of overdose if they're abused. According to the World Health Organization, 39.5 million people were living with drug use disorders in 2021, and prescription opioid abuse accounts for a growing percentage of those ... Read More
Tom Holland on the Web of Alcohol Addiction
Tom Holland may play a nearly perfect superhero in the Spider-Man movies, but in real life, the actor is no stranger to personal challenges. In recent years, the actor has shared that he's personally struggled with alcohol addiction and is proud to live a sober life now. Let's take a closer look at Tom Holland's ... Read More
Analysis Paralysis: 10 Signs You’re Overthinking It
Analysis paralysis is a common form of overthinking. While impulsive decision-making carries its own set of consequences, spending too much time contemplating your options can do more harm than good. Continue reading to learn the signs that you may be overanalyzing your daily decisions and what you can do to be more ... Read More
Finding Your Triggers
Do you have an addictive trigger? It's something that makes you want to use drugs even though you're sober. Most people in substance use recovery have more than one trigger. Understanding what they are, how to recognize the signs and how to stop them from leading you down a relapse path is essential to your long-term ... Read More
