Even before the COVID-19 pandemic rerouted most personal interactions into the virtual world, teenagers were spending a great deal of time online. The excessive screen time has had some adverse effects on everyone, but particularly on younger people. The link between teen stress and [...]
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many aspects of virtually everyone’s life. The stress of economic uncertainty, the isolation of the pandemic-related restrictions, and the fear of the virus itself have created a significant strain on people’s physical and mental health. Unfortunately, COVID challenges have [...]
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 [...]
When the coronavirus was declared a pandemic in March 2020, most in-person activities were either canceled or shifted online. Schools made plans for remote sessions, business meetings morphed into video chats, and addiction support groups went virtual. While this transition has meant that certain [...]
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 [...]
As the days grow shorter, we change our clocks to adjust to the winter hours. What many of us cannot change, though, is our reaction to less sunlight and more darkness throughout the winter months. While many people experience the winter blues, some people [...]
Telehealth has been an option in healthcare for several years. Recently, and particularly in the time of COVID-19, remote sessions have become more popular among providers and patients. Teletherapy provides a safe option when care is needed during the pandemic. Does teletherapy work? Recent [...]
Mental health is a concern throughout the year, of course, but each year we take a day to highlight the need to recognize and treat mental health issues. October 10th is World Mental Health Day, a time to reflect on what good mental health [...]
If you or a loved one struggle with the idea of suicide, please know that there is hope. You are not alone. When you are in crisis, help is available and there is no shame in reaching out to others for support during this [...]
Recovery does not happen overnight; it is an ongoing process. After you have successfully completed your addiction treatment program, you will need to continue to focus on a sober, healthy life in the years ahead. September is National Recovery Month: a great time to [...]
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