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Self-Care in Recovery: Fostering Compassion for Yourself

Tuesday, January 21st, 2025

When someone fails to look after their physical and mental health, they suffer the consequences on both fronts. The scientific community increasingly learns more about how our minds and bodies are interconnected. When we eat healthier, we are less depressed. When we exercise, we [...]

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Revenge Bedtime Procrastination: Workaholism, Sleep Deprivation, & Self-Harm

Thursday, March 17th, 2022

The pressure to “do it all” is taking a severe toll on our health, particularly when it comes to sleep deprivation. Studies show that students today are far more likely to be perfectionists compared to their Gen X predecessors, and much of this is [...]

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How to Deal with Toxic Family Members During the Holidays

Wednesday, December 22nd, 2021

The holidays usher in family get-togethers. While it is good to see everyone, family members have a unique way of getting on each others’ nerves. And in some unfortunate cases, people meet with relatives for this reason. Our guide helps you spot toxic behaviors [...]

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OCD and Health Anxiety

Tuesday, August 31st, 2021

Fear of a serious health condition can cause anxiety even in the best of times. During the coronavirus pandemic, the uncertainty of the disease can make obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and health anxiety that much worse for those who suffer from the mental health [...]

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5 New Year’s Resolutions to Improve Your Mental Health

Wednesday, December 30th, 2020

You are probably counting down the days until 2020 is over. This has been a challenging year for many people on multiple levels, and you may be one of those who are struggling with mental health issues as a result. Now you are ready [...]

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How to Cope with Family Separations During the Holidays

Tuesday, November 24th, 2020

Just like most of the rest of 2020, the holidays will be different this year. More people will be celebrating alone or with immediate family members rather than traveling for large gatherings. It is very important for you to understand how to cope with [...]

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Mental Health Month 2020: Tools to Thrive

Tuesday, May 19th, 2020

May is Mental Health Month. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the emphasis on mental health is critically important. Stress and anxiety are common during these challenging times, for most people across the country and across the world. Even in normal times, mental [...]

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Why You Need to Stay Connected While Social Distancing

Tuesday, May 5th, 2020

People are social beings. Whether your social circle consists of a large number of contacts or a select few friends and family members, you need that connection for your physical and mental health. During the coronavirus outbreak, you probably cannot connect with your circle [...]

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Managing the Effects of Quarantine

Wednesday, April 8th, 2020

In a time of social distancing, isolation, and quarantine, people throughout the world are experiencing a wide range of emotions and practical challenges. Quarantine is a strict separation from others, a step that has become necessary for many as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread. How do you [...]

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Maintaining Sobriety During the Holiday Season

Friday, December 20th, 2019

For many in recovery, the holidays are a source of stress. If you’re concerned about maintaining sobriety during the holiday season, know that you’re not alone. Now is the time to remind yourself why you no longer use drugs and alcohol, so you can [...]