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Growing up with an addict in the house, whether in ab abusive situation or not, leads to learning a lot of things as a child that are not good for us as adults. Living with an addict (including alcoholics1) can feel like life in a war zone. The addict’s personality changes caused by addiction create…
Before my latest job change, when I was traveling all the time, I listened to quite a few podcasts. It’s a habit I’ve since gotten away from, because I’m not on planes and/or out of the country anymore, but it is something I’ve been considering getting back in to. If you’re a podcast listener and…
We are seeing a lot of studies like this, when will we start to deal with addiction as a symptom of a mental health and/or trauma issue, and not something separate? Drug addiction and mental health issues are often treated separately by different kinds of specialists, Price said. “Mental health counselors will frequently say, ‘Deal…
The Influencer World Is Still Insisting Happiness Is A Choice
This oversimplification is dangerous for all our mental health.
To All the Abused Kids Who Are Dealing with the Consequences as Adults…
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‘Break the silence’: Two Columbus men share their stories of sexual assault
Let’s hope this gets approved quickly, and makes it possible to have an easy to remember number for anyone to reach out during a crisis quickly. The need has already been demonstrated with the current number: Once implemented, people will just need to dial 988 to seek help. Currently, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline…
The Importance of Mental Health During Sexual Assault Awareness Month
To understand our nation’s mental health crisis, look no further than the emergency department
5 ways college instructors can help students take care of their mental health
How Medical Trauma and Chronic Illness Trigger My Childhood Trauma
I Just Unfollowed Hundreds of People on Social Media – Here’s Why You Should, Too – “There are so many good, empowering, accounts out there. There’s no need to follow people who make you feel less-than.”
If we all talked about suicide, wouldn’t that be better for everyone?