Many of us have someone in our lives who has trouble forming relationships with others. It might be a coworker, a distant cousin or a neighbor. These individuals don't seem to have anyone close to them. And even when you've tried to establish a bond with them, you've felt pushed away. You may have wondered why some ... Read More
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No More Shame: Teddy G.
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
The Power of Transparency in Therapy
Transparency - one of the most valuable traits to acquire as a human, yet every molecule in my body rejects the thought of it. I think it’s fair to say that any individual, addict, or non-addict, that has experienced any form of trauma can relate to the detestable feelings associated with vulnerability and ... Read More
6 Mental Health Benefits of Gym Life
When you picture a healthy, well-rounded person who has their life together, you probably imagine someone who works out regularly and sticks to a healthy diet. Common advice when facing depression or a significant life change is to "hit the gym" to improve your mood. But is the culture around gym life healthy? And, is ... Read More
5 Ways to Show Support for First Responders on the 20th Anniversary of 9/11
For many Americans, the annual anniversary of 9/11, now in its 20th year, elicits many emotions. “Patriot Day” is an opportunity to unite in commemoration of the nearly 3000 lives lost in attacks on the World Trade Center, Pentagon and in Pennsylvania. The annual observance of 9/11 is also a way to honor the courage ... Read More
Why This National Recovery Month Is for Everyone
September is National Recovery Month, an annual observance to raise awareness for substance use and mental health treatment. This year, the 31st annual observance is about "celebrating connections" and revolves around the theme, "Recovery is for everyone, every person, every family, every community." Alcohol and drug ... Read More
How Adopted Animals Came to the Rescue During Lockdown
One of the few bright spots early in the pandemic was that numerous animal shelters across the country reported that they didn't have enough animals to keep up with the demand. In some consistently overcrowded shelters and humane rescue groups, the number of requests for dog adoptions doubled. Newfound free time ... Read More
Why Drinking With a Concussion Is Not Safe
Special care is needed after a potential or confirmed concussion. Depending on the severity, you may have to reduce your activity level for your concussion recovery. You might have to wait a few hours before sleeping and remain under supervision until the short-term symptoms resolve. You may also be told not to drink ... Read More
