Reading Time: 4 MinutesA trendy new type of e-cigarette called “JUUL” is becoming increasingly popular, especially among children and adolescents. “JUULing” is another term for “vaping,” which is the use of electronic cigarettes, commonly referred to as “e-cigs” or “vape pens.” Specifically, JUUL is a brand of e-cigarette that is shaped like a USB flash drive. This battery-powered […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesTreatment Over Punishment! ‘No more jails,’ just mental health centers. There has been much debate over the years in terms of incarceration for non-violent crimes versus mental health treatment. The prison system is a punishment, whereas mental health and substance abuse treatment centers are forms of rehabilitation. Should we, as a society, choose to rehabilitate […]
Reading Time: 3 Minutes“It’s the most wonderful time of the year With the kids jingle belling And everyone telling you “be of good cheer.” It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” So many people go bonkers for the holidays. Between Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, Christmas shopping, Christmas tree decoration, gift wrapping, holiday office parties, ugly Christmas sweater contests, Hanukah, […]
Reading Time: 3 Minutes5 Inspiring Women In Recovery. Historically, men have a higher rate of addiction than women, and unfortunately, women seem to have more significant barriers to substance abuse treatment. Females are more likely than males to experience economic barriers when seeking treatment for a substance abused disorder. These barriers could be attributed to the gender pay gap […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesSeeking professional help for a substance use disorder or mental health disorder can be daunting at first. Will you like your therapist? What if the treatment doesn’t work? How will it feel about divulging your darkest moments to a stranger? These are common thoughts that many of us go through when we are […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesWhen talking about depression, the language we use matters. Even with the best intentions, things that might seem motivational can be hurtful to someone fighting depression. Depression comes in all shapes and sizes, in more formal terms, there is a spectrum of depressive disorders ranging from major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, and postpartum depression […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesThe Role of Labeling & Stigmatization. It seems, labels such as “alcoholic,” “addict,” “junkie,” “user” are often used interchangeably for individuals struggling with substance use disorder or for those in recovery. We hear phrases such as “He is an alcoholic.” “She is a heroin addict.” in everyday conversations, in movies, and on social media. Regardless […]
Reading Time: 3 Minutes5 Ways to Wear Your Gratitude Gloves This Holiday Season. For many, the holidays are a wonderful time to spend with family and friends, but for those in recovery, the holidays can be a bit painful and overwhelming, risking a relapse. Regardless of how pretty and peaceful our streets look, end-of-the-year stress catches up with […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesThe popular psychological thriller Joker, released this October, has turned heads in more than way one, becoming a topic of political satire and mental health debates. This dark comic book film has grossed over $1 billion. There was fear that the movie would provoke mass shootings. In 2012, a shooter took 12 lives at an […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesRising Suicide Rates Among Veterans. According to multiple recent studies and news reports, suicide rates among veterans have steadily increased over the last five years. Combat deaths have been rapidly declining, resulting in suicide as the leading cause of death among active duty service members across all branches. The rate of suicides per 100,000 active […]
