Guest Post: The Baggage of Co-Occurring Disorders Many of those who struggle with a substance use disorder or addiction, carry with them excess baggage. The baggage includes their use of course and all the weight …

If you work with youth or are a parent of an adolescent, you have likely heard about the new, Netflix series, “13 Reasons Why.” The popular series, based on a book with the same name, …

Recovery from alcohol and substance use is a long process, and the isolation of the winter months can be challenging. Now that Spring is here, and with the longer, sunny days, comes the outdoor activities, …

The Effects of Happy Hour Culture on Your Well-Being “Happy Hour” refers to the discounted drink prices some establishments provide to customers during the evening. Happy Hour usually begins at 5:00 – the end of …

Friend Indeed: Healthy Benefits of a Close Friend A close friend is one of the most important figures in our lives. While families provide support and care, a close friend is usually someone our age …

Getting a good night’s sleep is the key to recharging our body and mind. Eight hours is the recommended time to fully rest, allowing the best version of ourselves to wake up with energy to …

Get Your Gym Socks On: How Forming a Healthy Exercise Routine Can Help Your Mental Health Let’s face it. Getting into a healthy routine of exercising and staying active isn’t easy. If it were, you’d …

When we make a concerted effort to eat a healthier, more wholesome diet, we’re often doing so for a physical reason: to maintain or lose weight, or to minimize health risks. But what if doing …

Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions on their own, but when combined with a substance use issue, can become even more serious. Research suggests that nearly half of individuals with an eating disorder are …