Adult ADHD was once considered rare in the United States, but in recent years, the diagnosis has become increasingly common. Today, 4.4% of American adults meet the criteria for an adult ADHD diagnosis. Understanding what an ADHD diagnosis means for an adult in the United States can help reduce the stigma surrounding ... Read More
How Unions Support First Responders’ Substance Abuse Needs
When it comes to first responders and substance abuse, a few things are generally accepted. Primarily, first responders — a category that includes EMS workers, firefighters, police officers, military, ER doctors and more — are at higher risk for emergent mental health conditions and substance use disorders due to ... Read More
Is Procrastination a Sign of a Mental Health Issue?
Procrastination is something that happens to everyone at some point. Whether it's letting the dishes pile up in the sink, pushing the grocery shopping to another day, or waiting until the last minute to prep for a presentation at work, it's normal to put off things we don't want to do. But when is procrastination a ... Read More
Are Sleeping Pills Addictive?
According to the CDC, approximately 4% of American adults take prescription sleeping pills regularly. The real number of individuals relying on some form of sleeping pill for help is much higher if you include individuals taking over-the-counter sleeping pills. Sleep is critical to our overall mental, emotional, and ... Read More
What to Expect at Your First AA Meeting
It can feel intimidating to think about attending your first AA meeting. You might not be sure what to expect. The thought of sharing your struggle with a room full of strangers can feel overwhelming and unnatural. But the fact remains that AA is a highly successful program for most and keeps many people sober. This is ... Read More
Why It’s Important To Keep Going to AA
There are many sayings and motivational phrases used in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings. "One day at a time," "Progress, not perfection" and the Serenity Prayer are a few commonalities most members going to AA can attest to hearing more than once. However, perhaps the most important and regularly uttered mantra of ... Read More
The Effects of Hair Loss on Self-Esteem and Mental Health
If you've ever brushed your hair and had to do quite a bit of cleanup afterward or been shocked at how much hair is in the drain after wash day, you probably already know how it feels to deal with hair loss. Hair loss, formally known as alopecia, can happen for a variety of reasons, including age, hormonal imbalances, ... Read More
How .05 BAC Bills and Tighter Drunk-Driving Standards Work
Data released in mid-2021 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) showed that the year was on pace for the highest number of drunk driving fatalities since 2006. U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg called it a crisis, saying, “More than 20,000 people died on U.S. roads in the first six ... Read More
