Mental health is crucial to overall health. Today, people from all walks of life struggle with mental health. Many have trouble changing negative thoughts, managing emotions, and avoiding addiction triggers. Cognitive-behavioral therapy is the[...]

Cognitive-behavioral therapy is successful because it is a long-term strategy for creating change. Therapists provide clients with manageable steps to help clients cope with depression, anxiety, and dysregulation. Over time, CBT can rewire the brain[...]

The toll of the nation’s drug epidemic is staggering, both in lives lost and in lives shattered. Substance abuse, particularly tied to opioids, remains a pressing public health emergency, despite a lot of concerted effort[...]

Heroin abuse continues to cause pain and misery for thousands each year. This powerfully addictive drug can send your life into a tailspin, putting you at grave risk of death from overdose. Given the extent[...]

Many people set New Year's goals. They make these investments with true expectations of being able to meet them. Yet, resolutions for those who are working towards sobriety can be a bit overwhelming. You[...]

The start of the year brings about reflection for many people. You may be inspired to think about what happened to you over the past year and to consider the changes you've made in your[...]

Addiction to prescription painkillers has become an epidemic in the United States. Today, many are prescribed painkillers after elective surgery, oral surgery, or to ease chronic pain. Various drugs in the opioid class block pain[...]

Addiction can be lonely and overwhelming. Family members may not understand a loved one is struggling. For some dealing with addiction, their families may not relate. It can be increasingly challenging to cope with[...]

The holidays are stressful. Holidays place strain on relationships and bring up childhood memories. Family gatherings can be joyful, and they can create even more stress. Whether or not someone is in recovery, family dinners,[...]

Cocaine is a common stimulant often considered a party drug. Derived from the leaves of the South American cocoa plant, cocaine gives users feelings of intense happiness. Commonly found in a white powder, cocaine[...]