Reading Time: < 1 MinutesValentine’s Day can be a challenging time for those in recovery, with an emphasis on romantic love and celebration. But it’s important to remember that the most important love is the love you have for yourself. This Valentine’s Day, we want to offer some tips for staying sober and focusing on self-care. Here are a […]
Reading Time: < 1 MinutesBreaking News: University of Houston Develops Revolutionary Fentanyl Vaccine! Dear Friends of Akua Mind and Body, We are excited to share some exciting news in the field of substance use disorder treatment. Researchers at the University of Houston have developed a vaccine for fentanyl, one of the most potent and dangerous opioids. The fentanyl vaccine works […]
Reading Time: 2 Minutes“Battling the Blues: Tips for Overcoming the Sunday Scaries” Sunday Scaries are a common phenomenon that affects many people and refers to feelings of intense anxiety and dread that occur every Sunday. The feelings can start later in the day but for those with high levels of anxiety, it can start even earlier in the […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesWith the cost of living crisis due to inflation and the lingering effects of COVID-19, returning to work after a holiday vacation can be stressful. For many, the holidays are a time to relax and unwind but coming out of the holiday season can be anxiety-provoking, especially if individuals are stressed about post-holiday finances, the […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesWhat Your Cubicle Says About You Your office desk or cubicle is an incredibly personal space in your professional setting. You spend a lot of time there, so it makes sense that your office space is an extension of your personality. Whether messy, organized, empty, with photographs of your kids or dogs or covered in […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesCan Dry January Be Problematic? “Dry January” has a good ring and has been used as a successful marketing campaign to encourage people to refrain from drinking for the entire month of January, similar to a New Year’s Resolution. According to one poll, as much as one-fifth of the U.S. population participates in Dry January, which originated in […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesDrunk driving may or may not be a sign of an alcohol use disorder, but it is a sign of poor judgment and decision-making when under the influence of alcohol. Alcohol is the most commonly used mind-altering substance in the United States. The brain and drunk driving Alcohol interferes with the decision-making process in the […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesAs we welcome 2023 and get back into work mode, one thing often comes up at the turn of every annual calendar; performance evaluations which often go hand in hand with a potential raise. Whether a cost of living or a performance raise, this pay increase can be exciting. Still, it can also cause a […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesFeeling stressed, lonely, or sad around the holidays? Change your routine! KEY POINTS Identify your triggers. Give yourself permission to feel your emotions. Limit or take a break from social media. Practice self-compassion this holiday season. For many, the holidays can bring about feelings of depression, anxiety, envy, and even dread and despair, rather than joy and merriment. […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesSome things are so simple, we just need to give ourselves permission! Don’t want to make homemade apple pie? Bring a frozen one. Can’t afford the employee gift exchange? Politely opt out. Not willing to spend the night at a relative’s house? Book a hotel stay instead. Your mental health can’t afford not to have […]
