
Should You Talk About Your Recovery At Work?
Although the important people in your life probably know about your recovery, you might feel uncertain about how to proceed in the workplace. Read More
Although the important people in your life probably know about your recovery, you might feel uncertain about how to proceed in the workplace. Read More
With the sounds of ice cream trucks coming down the street, children giggling in the playground, and the breeze being the perfect about of crisp and refreshing, we can finally say it’s summertime. Read More
As of April 2022, approximately 106,854 Americans throughout the country have lost their lives to a drug overdose. As a response, on April 21st, 2022, President Biden had sent his Administration’s inaugural National Drug Control Strategy, which would deliver on the call to action in the President’s Unity Agenda through a whole-of-government approach to overcome the overdose epidemic. Read More
Acceptance.
In one word, that is how I cope with mental illness and the emotional journey to find effective treatment. Read More
“Affirming a transgender child’s identity is one of the best things a parent, teacher, or doctor can do to help keep children from harm….” President Biden Read More
No matter how far you are into your recovery, triggers are inevitable. Life can get stressful, and it’s important to recognize the people, places, or situations that might exacerbate substance cravings. Read More
The first three months of 2022 has been riddled with stories and statistics of young people struggling. And we just don’t seem to see an end to it. Read More
Recently I was watching one of my favorite movies, “A Few Good Men.” I had been a fan of the movie, a legal drama about marines, even before I joined the army. It features incredible performances from its A-list cast and a good “twist and turn” storyline. At one point in the movie, two marines participate in a hazing incident in which they are ordered to put a tainted rag down another marine’s throat and tape his mouth shut. Read More
“JUST THE FACTS” is a series focused on substance use and mental health written especially for young adults and their parents. It’s easy to understand and judgment-free, giving young adults just the facts they need to help them make informed choices. Read More
It has recently been announced by a broad coalition of nonprofit organizations, major corporations, government agencies, and schools – such as Google, Snap, Meta, the Ad Council, Shatterproof, and Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) – that they will officially be launching the first National Fentanyl Awareness Day on May 10, 2022. Read More
On Friday he said: “I’m done with this vaping shit. I don’t wanna smoke anymore.” I told him, “If you need support or someone to hold you accountable let me know.” He didn’t respond. Read More
Alcohol consumption is on the rise, with some statistics showing that excessive drinking has risen by 21% since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Even if you don’t struggle with alcoholism, drinking beyond moderated amounts can result in serious consequences. Read More