Reading Time: 3 MinutesDry January is a public health campaign advocating for people to abstain from consuming alcohol for the entire month of January. It is a semi-recent public health campaign that began around 2014 and is practiced in the United States and Europe. Dry January brings awareness to many people struggling with alcohol misuse without realizing it. […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesAccording to the Center for Disease Control, over 25% of Americans report feeling more depressed during the winter season. The emotional strains of the holidays and winter weather take a grave toll – during the months of December and January, the CDC also reports that alcohol-and-drug-induced deaths spike during those months as well. For many, […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesMentally preparing for the holidays can be tough for anyone but it is exceptionally difficult for those struggling with a substance or mental health disorder. Most individuals have a hard enough time dealing with various family dynamics, stressors from work and finances. Now compile that with a substance or mental health disorder and you have […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesRegister and Learn More: https://www.runtofeedthehungry.com/ Akua is a proud sponsor of Run to Feed the Hungry. This family-friendly event raises funds and awareness about hunger in our community! About Akua is Community Akua Staff regularly supports and volunteers with local nonprofits and organizations through our Akua Is Community Initiative. We believe giving back is an important part of the […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesAkua is grateful for our amazing team of compassionate professionals whose mission is to create an environment of healing and transformation for each client seeking change. Each month we recognize staff that is going above and beyond in providing the highest quality care for our clients. Congratulations to all of the Akua Warriors for November […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesTransitioning out of acute treatment into the real world can be daunting. Regardless of whether you are seeking treatment for a mental health disorder like depression or a substance abuse disorder, staying on track to recovery in a less restrictive environment can be challenging because there are more temptations. According to studies, relapse rates vary […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesImagine someone with major depressive disorder, aka depression. Do they exhibit sad facial expressions with deep dark circles under their eyes? Are they in a black and white photo with their hands pressed up against their head? What about someone with anxiety? Does the image depict an individual with jumbled words coming out of their […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesAs we dive deep into the holiday season, the new year is right around the corner. Welcoming 2022 may seem daunting as the COVID pandemic and economy still worry many people about their futures. However, the New Year can be a fresh start, a way to celebrate your recovery and kickstart your mental health routine. […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesDecember kicks off in full swing into the holiday season. However, you choose to celebrate it, the holiday season is supposed to be a joyous time of year aimed to bring friends, family, and neighbors together. However, with all the excitement and joy, there are often moments of stress and anxiety for those in recovery […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesGoing home for the holidays always sounds nice in theory. The Hallmark Channel has hundreds of shows dedicated to holiday homecomings every year. However, life does not always resemble those movies. In fact, for those in recovery, it can be a painful event. This may also be the first time you or the family will […]
