It’s no secret that alcoholism is a problem. For one thing, it increases violent tendencies, risky sexual behaviors, and drunk driving. The list, however, does not end there. […]
Monthly Archives: August 2020
Clinically reviewed by: Gabe Dunn, LCSW
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Aug
Aug
With schools being closed and millions of Americans unemployed, families are forced to spend a lot of time together. With the current rise in cases and delayed re-opening, […]
30
Aug
Aug
Emotional support pets offer support and companionship to those suffering from a psychological disorder. 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. lives with a mental illness, according to […]
Mental Health, Treatment
How Can Healthcare Workers Redesign Their Surroundings for Their Mental Health?
30
Aug
Aug
Frontline workers are dealing with many stressors related to the COVID-19 pandemic. It can be anything from contracting the virus to concerns for their families or grief over […]
29
Aug
Aug
Art therapy offers an active form of treatment that engages both mind and body. The practice works well with talk therapy, 12-step programs, and other traditional treatment options […]
Mental Health, Motivation
How Does Your Personality as a Baby Affect Your Mental Health When You Grow Up?
29
Aug
Aug
You may think that the person you were as a baby is entirely different from who you are as an adult. The truth is that the anxiety you […]
28
Aug
Aug
According to the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN), an American is sexually abused every 73 seconds, and 54% of survivors are between the ages of 18 […]
28
Aug
Aug
It can be scary when we see realistic depictions of tragic events and real-life trauma. “Orange Is the New Black” showed an inmate dying in a way similar […]
27
Aug
Aug
Members of the LGBTQ+ community face regular discrimination from the heteronormative and cisgender populations. The stigmatization of the community can lead to long-term mental health disorders and co-occurring […]
27
Aug
Aug
More than ever, Americans are stressed about social distancing regulations, the uncertain job market, and racial injustice. That is why it is essential to make sure that the […]
