Reading Time: 4 MinutesA barrier within the Hispanic and Latinx communities is the stigma of mental health and substance use disorders. Individuals within the Hispanic/Latinx community are often raised to be very “strong” and quiet about their private affairs, such as their mental health, meaning that they are accustomed to not sharing publicly about their addiction or struggles […]
Reading Time: 4 Minutes“Protect our Elders, and they will pass their knowledge and wisdom to our Children. Protect our Women, and they will love, support, and educate our Children. Protect our Children, and they will continue to carry on Tribal traditions, customs, language, and help establish equality and justice for all Tribes”. – California Tribal Chairpersons Association (CTCA) […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesWe are all born the same, we all have the same opportunities, and we all have the same ability to propel ourselves out of our current situation. Unfortunately, that’s not always true. “One thing is certain: being poor harms one’s mental health, no matter how rich or happy the country where you live. Furthermore, living […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesDoes Tech Hurt, Hinder, or Help Those Suffering from Mental Health and Substance Abuse In this day in age, we live on technology. Navigation, Bluetooth music, dating apps, social media, and working remotely are some of the daily perks of modern-day technology. The addiction recovery world is no different. Online community support groups, online therapy […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesIf At First, You Don’t Succeed: The Do’s and Don’ts with Antidepressants “You have a major depressive disorder, and I think you will benefit from starting a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), a commonly prescribed antidepressant.” This is a common phrase many doctors tell their patients who are struggling with depression. If you have experienced […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesImpulse-control disorders are conditions that involve the lack of self-control resulting in unbalanced emotions and behaviors that can harm one or others. Impulse Control Disorders often co-occur with substance abuse or mental health disorder. The individual generally feels pent-up stress, anxiety, and negative emotions before committing the impulsive act. During the impulse, the individual will […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesAnxiety and depression are separate mental health disorders but are intimately connected. Having an anxiety disorder is the strongest predictor that an individual will develop depression. Nearly one-half of individuals who have been diagnosed with depression will also experience a co-occurring anxiety disorder as both of these disorders have similar triggers and underlying causes. Some […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesWhat Are Study Drugs? “Smart drugs” and “study drugs” are more than a chemical escape hatch from reality. Individuals commonly abuse them to boost the brain’s ability to think under stress, stay alert and productive for long hours, and keep track of large amounts of information. High school and college students, shift workers, and individuals […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesThis summer seems like the first “normal” summer since the COVID-19 pandemic when the world shut down. People travel again, take family vacations, and enjoy time outside with their loved ones. This may be the first time you have taken a vacation since the start of COVID-19 or taken a vacation since you have been […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesMental health refers to an individual’s well-being regarding their psychological and emotional state. Mental health affects how we think, feel and act. An individual’s mental health is fluid, meaning that it can change. Stressors, milestones, unhealthy lifestyles, and past trauma affect our mental health. Depending on the individual and the extent of the stressors, mental […]
