Anxiety has become a problem of epic proportions. A recent report by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) found that more than 40% of adults in Florida have experienced anxiety and depression. Benzodiazepines, also known as benzos or pharmaprams, are frequently prescribed by doctors to help alleviate the ... Read More
The Dangers of Mixing Benzos and Opioids
Benzos and opioids are both powerful and potentially dangerous classes of drugs, and mixing the two can create potentially dangerous situations. In some scenarios, a person might be told to mix benzos and opioids under close medical supervision, but doing so without the watchful oversight of a qualified medical ... Read More
How First Responders Train to Intervene in Mental Health Crises
Crisis intervention training for first responders is essential to enable them to serve the public and to maintain their own personal mental health. First responders and police officers are expected to handle each situation they encounter on the job with professionalism and diligence. While they receive extensive ... Read More
Can You Be a Police Officer With a Mental Illness?
Twenty percent of American adults are living with a mental health disorder, equating to 1 in 5 adults. This statistic reflects the fact that mental health disorders are common and nothing to be ashamed of. Mental disorders like depression, anxiety and other types of mood disorders can arise for a number of reasons. ... Read More
Stressed Out? Make the Most of Your Employer’s Resources
The U.S. workforce is burnt out, with 52% of people reporting they experience burnout due to their working conditions or the parameters of the job. When work becomes too stressful to manage, it's important to seek support to protect your mental health. Many employers offer employee benefit programs with ... Read More
Why Are So Many Comedians Depressed or Have Mental Illness?
Many people who earn a living making us laugh also struggle with depression. Or, so it seems. That begs the questison: Is there a connection between comedians and mental illness, or, does the visibility of these public figures only make it seem like there is? We'll explore this question in greater depth, as well as ... Read More
“Meth, Not Even Once” – How Effective Are Anti-Drug Campaigns?
If you've paid attention to the media at all over the last few decades, you may have seen countless public service messages with the goal of reducing illicit drug use. Over the years, these have run the gamut—from the relatively calm appeals such as "Just Say No!," to more shocking vignettes of young women vandalizing ... Read More
Amphetamines and the Link to Psychosis
Amphetamines are a group of stimulant drugs that affect the central nervous system. They cause faster communication between your brain and body, making you more alert and physically active. Some commonly prescribed amphetamines are Adderall and Dexedrine. However, methamphetamines are a more potent form of amphetamines ... Read More
