It is a universal human experience. Still, some grief is especially messy, distressing, and hard to move through. “Complicated grief” affects 7–10 percent of bereaved people, according to the National Institutes of Health. Grief can look very different between individuals, so there is no “right” way to grieve. ... Read More
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Burnout Among Corrections Officers: An Expert’s Insights
Somewhere during our interview, Sonny Silva paused to paint this frightening scenario: Imagine that a major fight breaks out in the chow hall, and one inmate is stabbing someone on one side of the hall while another set of individuals are stabbing each other on the other side of the mess hall. There are 200 inmates in ... Read More
Effects of Overdosing: How Long Does an Overdose Last?
If you or a loved one is abusing substances, the concern of an overdose happening is constant. An overdose can be accidental or intentional. Individuals can overdose on various substances, including illicit drugs, prescription medications, alcohol and more. While the risk of an overdose can be constant, it carries many ... Read More
Minority Mental Health Resources
Learn about minority behavioral mental health resources. This can help you find culturally sensitive counseling and therapy that help improve your well-being. Mental illness can affect anyone, but people from diverse populations often experience greater impacts. Minority communities can face additional pressures due ... Read More
Writing Therapy
Writing can be an invaluable tool in your road to recovery after you've been through drug and alcohol detox treatments at a medical detox facility and addiction recovery center. Writing therapy involves journaling thoughts and feelings to manage emotions and reduce stress. Also known as therapeutic or expressive ... Read More
I Feel Dead Inside… Is It a Disorder? – Understanding Depersonalization Disorder
Though the phrase may seem exaggerated, feeling "dead inside" is a real state and one many people can relate to. The experience may be difficult to imagine for those who haven't gone through it. It's also often difficult for those experiencing it to explain their feelings to others. Another term used to describe ... Read More
Analysis Paralysis: 10 Signs You’re Overthinking It
Analysis paralysis is a common form of overthinking. While impulsive decision-making carries its own set of consequences, spending too much time contemplating your options can do more harm than good. Continue reading to learn the signs that you may be overanalyzing your daily decisions and what you can do to be more ... Read More
Finding Your Triggers
Do you have an addictive trigger? It's something that makes you want to use drugs even though you're sober. Most people in substance use recovery have more than one trigger. Understanding what they are, how to recognize the signs and how to stop them from leading you down a relapse path is essential to your long-term ... Read More
