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
Kpin, Xannys and Clon: The Commonly Abused Benzos
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
