The Importance of Coping Mechanisms
You’ve probably heard the term coping mechanism, especially if you’ve ever been to therapy or a treatment program. Coping mechanisms are behaviors or strategies … Read more
How Is Social Media Effecting American Teenagers?
For many teenagers, social media is a fun and easy way to stay connected with friends. However, there are dangerous risks in every new profile … Read more
The Gift of Community
The holidays are approaching, and regardless of whether we are making the decision to enter into recovery, or are well on our journey, it can … Read more
How to Avoid a Holiday Relapse
One of the most difficult parts of recovery is the reality of relapse. Typically, between 40-60 percent of people will relapse within their first year … Read more
One is the Loneliest Number: Why Group Therapy Works
When we are suffering, it’s easy to feel isolated which can make our negative thoughts appear far worse. It almost seems like no one else … Read more
Vaping-Related Illness Claim Its First Victims
When kids hit their teen years, they want to be in control. They want to choose everything from their food options, their friends, and of … Read more
Cleaning Up Your Social Media Accounts
Cancel culture has become popular over the last few years. If you make a mistake, society cancels you out which means there are no second … Read more
Finding Balance in an Ever-Changing World
There are a million metaphors and similes about life. It’s a roller coaster, it’s like a box of chocolates, and it’s a journey, yet these … Read more
Saying “No” Stems from Self-Worth
We are taught from a young age to say no. We are told it’s okay to stand up for ourselves and go against the crowd, … Read more