When Too Much Alcohol is Never Enough
Have you found yourself drinking more than you mean to on a regular basis because the usual amount you consume is never enough? What happens when you begin drinking what would be considered “too much,” [...]
What Can Kids Do to Become Mentally Strong?
Mental strength is all about being aware of the way you think, act, and feel. Building your mental strength in thinking outside the box, feeling good, and being confident is a very important part of growing [...]
Genetics Behind Substance Use Disorders
There are several reasons that a person may develop an addiction. These are often related to mental health disorders, trauma, environmental circumstances, and social circumstances. However, genetics can also play a significant role in one’s [...]
What are Appropriate Text Messages to Send to a Friend with Anxiety?
Anxiety can send you to a dark place where you feel alone, overwhelmed, or completely consumed with worry. Sending a text message to a friend with anxiety may not cure anxiety, but it can offer your [...]
How To Overcome the Stigma Surrounding Addiction
Undergoing the consequences of addiction is hard enough on your own, especially as the disease wreaks havoc on your health, professional life, family life, and more. However, the way others treat you because of your [...]
What is the Difference Between a Substance Use Disorder and Addiction?
A Substance Use Disorder is a diagnostic and legal term to define someone’s need for treatment due to the action of someone abusing drugs, whereas addiction can result from drug abuse. It is important to [...]
How Do You Deal with Separation Anxiety Once Your Partner Goes Back to the Office?
When you were living with your partner during quarantine, you were used to spending every second with each other. If you have to go back to the office, you may feel anxious about leaving your partner. [...]
How to Cope With a Mental Health Diagnosis
Receiving a mental health diagnosis can prompt an influx of emotions in the aftermath. For some, receiving the diagnosis will result in a sense of relief as they finally have a name for the symptoms [...]
What It Feels Like to Have Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental health disorder attached to mounting stigma due to inaccurate portrayals in the media. When you hear about schizophrenia, it is most likely linked to a serious crime committed. This has the [...]
Understanding the Differences Between Mania and Hypomania
Bipolar disorder is often misunderstood due to media portrayals of the disorder within movies, TV shows, newscasts, and more. For this reason, an increasing amount of stigma has resulted from a lack of knowledge surrounding [...]
