How much time do you spend in front of screens each day? The average screen time, by age, can be surprising for most people. People spend numerous hours each day in front of smartphones, laptops, tablets and other devices for school, work, and recreation. Most people feel some guilt about the amount of time they spend ... Read More
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5 Tips to Help Navigate Early Recovery
Many people say the first year is the most important and I would have to agree. The first year of recovery is when we are most vulnerable but also where we get the opportunity to lay down the foundation for our new, sober lives. Looking back at the first year of my sobriety, I realize that hindsight really is 20/20. ... Read More
7 Reasons First Responders Need Specialized Mental Health Treatment and Support
Updated October 16, 2022 For first responders, work-related stress is an ongoing concern. Experiences associated with acute stress as well as chronic stress can play a role in the development of mental health conditions like anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Since first responders typically ... Read More
Take a Mental Health Day from Work: Here’s Why and How
Many of us are so worn out from doing what the world tells us we should be doing that we forget to focus on our mental health. Taking a moment to recollect, reel in our worries and fears, and create new goals for the future isn’t something to put off. It’s crucial to maintaining your mental health. Despite knowing ... Read More
Why Isolation Fuels Depression and Suicidal Tendencies
Many people know someone who has struggled with drug or alcohol addiction, but many individuals may find it difficult to understand why addictions occur. Although there are several reasons why someone may be struggling with substance abuse, one primary cause of addiction is depression. Addicts who may be struggling ... Read More
Mental Health Warning Signs Everyone Should Know
Most people know it’s a good idea to see the dentist for a toothache or a doctor for the flu, but many of these same people allow signs of mental health problems to go unchecked in themselves and others. This decision to ignore mental health is often unintentional. Perhaps you aren’t aware of how many people are ... Read More
12-Step Lingo & Types of Meetings: How to Find Your Way in the World of Recovery
Imagine you just finished an inpatient recovery program. You're transitioning to outpatient care, and you start to feel like yourself again. You're excited to get back to your life, but at the same time, you realize recovery is a lifelong battle, and on your own, it will be anything but easy. So you find a recovery ... Read More
The Clean, Sober Diet: Tips for Eating Well in Recovery
A healthy diet is important for everything from maintaining a normal weight to preventing elevated risks of things like stroke and heart disease. Significant scientific research goes into determining the effects of different foods on the human body, with general conclusions pointing to natural whole foods as the best ... Read More