Creative and highly intelligent people tend to have a lot in common. Their unique gifts help them push the boundaries of art, music, business and science. Their work often drives strong views and even controversy. Both because of and despite their intelligence, many experiment with drugs and alcohol. Sometimes they ... Read More
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Gambling and Suicide: The Hidden Story
Gambling is often seen as harmless entertainment — a night out, a chance to win big or just a fun way to pass the time. For some, however, it becomes much more than that. Gambling addiction can spiral out of control and lead to serious consequences, including gambling-related suicides. The financial strain, ... Read More
How to Know When You Need Detox
Detoxification is an important first step toward addiction recovery. This phase is often misunderstood, with many people underestimating its challenges. To better understand the detox process, it's helpful to learn what's happening in the body and the physical and psychological benefits of getting free from ... Read More
Parentification: Examples and Mental Health Effects
Children look first to their parents for security and love. This attachment can have a profound and far-reaching impact on children’s development, affecting their mental health in adulthood — for better and for worse. When a child feels insecure in this most formative relationship in their life, it might be for ... Read More
Is it an Addiction or a Compulsive Behavior?
Addiction occurs when a person becomes physically or psychologically reliant on a rewarding behavior or substance. Substance use disorder, a common kind of addiction, affects 21 million Americans. The dopamine released by addictive behavior or substances gives the brain a faulty sense of satisfaction. Over time, a ... Read More
How to Forgive a Parent with an Addiction
Loving an addict is difficult at any age, but being the child of a drug-addicted parent can be downright devastating. Addiction is a disease that affects the entire family, and when you're a kid in a household controlled by drugs, you're often faced with situations nobody should ever have to deal with. Maybe you missed ... Read More
Tara Alfie, MSW
Tara Alfie, MSW Milieu Therapist A registered clinical social work intern, Tara has a Master of Social Work from Florida International University and is on the path toward licensure as a clinical social worker (LCSW). She is passionate about guiding, supporting, and empowering those who face substance abuse and ... Read More
How Creative Hobbies Improve Mind-Body Wellness
Approximately 1 in 5 adults in the United States struggles with some type of mental illness every day. Some of the most common conditions include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and bipolar disorder. While mental health conditions are treatable, only around 50% receive help. The good news is that ... Read More
