Depression

Depression can be inhibiting and invigorate addiction. It affects over 15 million adults every year in the US. Mindful practices, counseling services, and your loved ones will be there for you as you navigate through your feelings of depression. Learn how you can better your mental health and strengthen your recovery.

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Mental Health

How to Talk to Your Loved One About Your Mental Health
Talking to your friends and family about your mental health isn't always easy. Here are some tips to help you have this important conversation and get the support you need.
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Family Wellness

9 Ways You Can Help Someone Struggling with Depression
Like addiction, depression is a disease that can disrupt a person’s quality of life. Learn what you should and shouldn’t do to help a loved one cope with it.
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Mental Health

Seasonal Affective Disorder: What You Need to Know About Your Winter Blues
10 million Americans suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression that occurs during specific times of the year. Learn how to spot signs of SAD and how to combat this disorder.
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Drug Addiction

How Addiction Can Change Your Personality
Addiction alters brain activity, leading to personality changes. Find out the different ways addiction can affect your life and relationships.
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Recovery

Grief and Recovery: How to Protect Your Sobriety After a Loss
Loss can have a deep impact on your life, and in some cases even lead to relapse. Learn how loss and grief can impact your recovery and what you can do to safeguard your sobriety.
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Mental Health

Kate Spade, Anthony Bourdain, and Over 47,000 Others: Why We Need to Talk About Mental Health
Learn how to recognize mental health issues and what you can do to get help in order to prevent suicide and lead a well-intentioned life.
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Mental Health

Bad Habits to Avoid for Better Mental Health
Caring for your mental well-being may seem overwhelming. Start bettering your mental health by avoiding these common habits.
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Drug Addiction

What Are Common Signs of Mental Illness in Addiction?
Addressing mental health concerns is an important part of addiction treatment. Lisa Westerson, Assistant Clinical Director at Mountainside treatment center, shares common signs of mental illness and what you should do if you recognize these signs.
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Mental Health

When Disaster Strikes: How to Prevent Natural Disasters from Triggering a Relapse
Natural disasters can induce anxiety in general, but they are especially destructive to those recovering from addiction. Avoid relapse using these tips.
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Wellness

10 Self-Care Tips for Improving Your Mental Health
Taking time for self-care isn't selfish, but a necessary part of your mental health. Here are 10 tips to boost your overall well-being.
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Recovery

What to Do When Life Gets You Down
For those struggling with addiction, remaining upbeat can be challenging. Learn how to maintain a positive attitude in recovery.
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Mental Health

Chester Bennington’s Death Shines Light on the Importance of Mental Health
Chester Bennington’s suicide has many people talking about addiction and mental health. Learn about the singer’s life and how he and his music inspired others.
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