In short, yes, flu-like symptoms can be a sign of drug abuse. (It's also important not to jump to conclusions, especially in this time of COVID-19 and the plethora of flu-type viruses that routinely make rounds among people of all ages.) Even so, if a person frequently suffers from flu-like symptoms and you notice ... Read More
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover is an Atlanta-based writer, editor, and author of two books with publishing houses. She has degrees from Yale College and Princeton Theological Seminary.
What Is a Social Worker, and Is It a Good Job?
Today, more than 20 million people suffer from a substance use disorder. Of this group, as many as eight million have a co-occurring mental health disorder, too. In addition to the psychiatrists and therapists who care for them, there are also the social workers who support them, typically as staff employed by a rehab ... Read More
“7 Pillars” and Other Mindfulness Practices, from an Expert in DBT
“Mindfulness” is a bit of a buzzword these days. While most of us have heard it used, often in the context of health and well-being, the term can mean different things. Much of the time, mindfulness is interpreted narrowly as “meditation,” but meditation is one of many mindfulness practices. “I like to think of ... Read More
What Is an Activity Director at a Rehab Center?
Activities directors are essential staff members in education, health, and human services programs. The activities they develop and oversee can make a difference for individuals facing emotional and mental challenges, physical disabilities, chronic health conditions, or the natural course of aging. In a behavioral ... Read More
The 8 Dimensions of Wellbeing for Better Health in the New Year
When most people hear the term "wellness," they tend to think in terms of physical or mental health, but wellness can actually refer to many different aspects of a person's life, aspects that contribute to their overall wellbeing. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has outlined eight ... Read More
What Are the Effects of Methamphetamine Use on Pregnancy?
Meth use doesn't just have a profound impact on the user; it can have a significant and lifelong effect on the health of an unborn baby. There is a strong stigma related to pregnancy and meth, keeping many women from seeking the help they need for recovery. The good news is that stopping meth use at any point in the ... Read More
Increasingly Secretive Behavior – Signs of Drug Abuse
For most people, developing an addiction to drugs or alcohol marks a low point in their lives— one they'd rather hide. By its nature, addiction is very isolating. Secretive behavior is a classic sign of addiction and is a common way many people try to avoid the social fallout that may come with admitting a substance ... Read More
Spot Addiction in a New Relationship with These Important Red Flags
As thinking humans, we tend to enjoy better outcomes when we make informed decisions. Although the heart and mind may be at odds with one another from time to time, it's ideal when we bring both love and reason into relationships. A new relationship is a time of discovery, and it's helpful to consider it so, at ... Read More
