Many individuals only understand schizophrenia and autism based on the stereotypes commonly passed around in society. However, there is more depth to these diagnoses than people realize. Understanding how schizophrenia and autism coexist and impact each other can facilitate compassion and understanding between individuals struggling and those around them. Then, individuals managing both diagnoses can […]
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Sep
Sep
Self-doubt can lower your self-esteem and negatively impact your ability to make decisions. Intuition involves making decisions without analytical thought. Learning to get in touch with your intuition can help you deal with anxiety, self-doubt, and people-pleasing issues. Check-In With Your Feelings If you have problems getting in touch with your intuition, it could be […]
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Aug
Aug
Disorganization refers to incoherent and illogical thoughts and behaviors. This can affect the way you think and speak. If you feel like disorganization in schizophrenia is interfering with your life, it is best to seek treatment to better organize your thoughts and behavior. Disorganization as a Symptom Disorganization in schizophrenia refers to having trouble forming […]
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Jan
Jan
Perhaps you’re at a party and see someone who is out of it from drinking too much alcohol. That person is at risk of injuring themselves if they succumb to alcohol poisoning or choke on their vomit while they’re sleeping. Ensuring the safety of someone who is intoxicated can allow you to support them towards […]
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Jan
Jan
Parenting involves being physically and mentally present in your child’s life. Drugs and alcohol can affect your parenting performance by making you more on edge or too sick to remember your child as they grow up. Learning about how substances can negatively influence your parenting is an important preventative measure. Chances are, once you realize […]
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Jan
Jan
You may notice that designers and homeowners spend a lot of time focusing on what colors to bring into a space. Sometimes, a room is painted white to make it look pure or red to give it energy. By understanding the mindfulness of colors, you can decide which colors positively affect your mental health. The […]
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Jan
Jan
Knowing what to say when someone has lost a loved one to addiction can be difficult. Even though what you say to that person may not make the situation better, saying the wrong thing can be very hurtful. Providing compassion and understanding to someone suffering this kind of a loss is very important. Therefore, knowing […]
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Jan
Jan
Misinformation about illicit drugs has drastically increased in the social media space. With so many new and life-threatening drugs becoming available on the streets, there is an increased interest in the myths and realities of drug use. Unfortunately, media news outlets often publish stories that spread and repeat false information. Not only is this practice […]
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Dec
Dec
Addiction recovery is a continuous battle on a long journey. You will have times of great success where you feel like you’re on top of the world and you will also have times of great struggle. While everyone’s journey to recovery is unique, with different valleys and hills to go through, it is important to […]
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Dec
Dec
Everyone who has been under the influence of opioid drugs has their own story to tell. Originally launched in 2017, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s “Rx Awareness Campaign” uses ads and messages to share the stories of people who have been addicted to prescription opioids. By learning all about these stories of opioid […]
