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
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.
How Long Does It Take to Recover from SSRIs?
Roughly one in ten Americans take an antidepressant, according to Harvard Health. In fact, antidepressants are the third-most common medications prescribed to people in the U.S. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a popularly prescribed type of antidepressant drug. Although these drugs may not cure ... 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?
Preworkout supplements are a popular choice before a workout to boost performance and see bigger gains. But is preworkout dangerous, or are these 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 preworkout. ... Read More
How Dark Web Drugs Are a “Highway to the Danger Zone”
It used to be difficult, and a little dangerous, to buy drugs. Buying drugs, whether marijuana, heroin, cocaine, or any other illegal substance, often meant going to an unsavory location, finding a "connection" who was often a shady or dangerous individual, and paying cash for the "stash.' When you left, you hoped you ... Read More
The NRM Challenge: Make Recovery Available to Everyone
Mental health is a vital aspect of overall health, but roadblocks such as societal stigmas, lack of awareness, and misunderstanding of treatment options can make it difficult for individuals to get the help they need. National Recovery Month provides the opportunity to promote the message that everyone can benefit from ... Read More
Drug Overdoses and Seizures Spike in Alarming Pandemic Trend
The COVID-19 pandemic has overshadowed virtually everything since throwing the world into chaos in early 2020. Employment, recreation, culture and medical practices changed overnight, resulting in a significant upheaval in the way the world works. However, while the pandemic affected many other facets of how people ... Read More
