As the legalization of marijuana for medical and recreational purposes has rapidly spread across states, marijuana has become the drug of choice for millions of people in America. News articles about marijuana proliferate in the media, niche and mainstream advertisers and influencers trumpet its many uses, and pot ... Read More
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover is a content manager and writer. She was born in Chicago, and grew up in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and Southern California. Kristina is ordained for ministry in the Presbyterian Church, with a M.Div. from Princeton Theological Seminary and a B.A. from Yale College. As the author of two books with respected publishers, Kristina has extensive editing and writing experience. In her free time, she loves hanging out with her family, swimming, running, reading, the outdoors and international travel.
What Is Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)?
Many of us have someone in our lives who has trouble forming relationships with others. It might be a coworker, a distant cousin or a neighbor. These individuals don't seem to have anyone close to them. And even when you've tried to establish a bond with them, you've felt pushed away. You may have wondered why some ... Read More
Mental Health and Insurance: The Case for More Parity
In the United States, citizens depend on their insurance coverage for all aspects of medical care, whether physical or mental. The Affordable Care Act promised mental health coverage that was on par with an individual's physical health coverage. Unfortunately, for many people, that parity is still lacking. You may ... Read More
No More Shame: Teddy G.
Teddy G. remembers the day it happened. “It was September 4, 2014,” he recalled. “I responded to an unresponsive infant, and we tried to work on him all the way to the hospital, but he didn’t survive. My son was the same age, had the same red hair, same diapers. That set my world on fire.” Living with Untreated PTSD ... Read More
5 Worst Gifts to Give Someone in Recovery (and What to Give Instead)
If you struggle with finding the perfect gift for someone, you're not alone! For someone in recovery, though, this would be a pretty unthoughtful gift! We've put together a list of some of the most problematic gifts you could give someone in recovery, why you should think twice about them, and some better ... Read More
What the New Science of PGx Means for Mental Health Treatment
When used by healthcare providers to prescribe certain medications, the new science of non-invasive pharmacogenetic testing, or “PGx,” can show genetic markers that reveal how these medications may interact with patients. PGx uses a simple cheek swab to analyze gene variants for genes that may predict responses to ... Read More
Are Pre-Workout Supplements Safe to Take?
Pre-workout supplements are a popular choice before a workout to boost performance and see bigger gains. But are pre-workout supplements safe to take? Before hitting the gym, many people have the same routine: change into gym clothes, fill a water bottle, and take a dose of pre-workout. Pre-workouts are wildly ... Read More
The Dangers of Combining Aspirin with NSAIDs
It isn't unusual to hear of someone taking low-dose aspirin to lower heart attack risk alongside ibuprofen for arthritis. However, even though these two over-the-counter drugs have little risk of side effects on their own, together they can pose more of a problem. To keep yourself protected, it's best to arm yourself ... Read More
