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Boys don’t do things they don’t feel like doing;Men do things that need to be done regardless of how they feel. Boys are disrespectful to those they don’t like;Men treat

Stigma surrounding mental health and recovery creates significant barriers, preventing individuals from seeking help. In short, stigma delays recovery. Those of us affected by stigma are less likely to stick with

Experiential therapy uses active, hands-on approaches to help clients work through emotions and past experiences. Unlike traditional talk therapy which relies on discussion alone, this approach lets clients process in

In 2022, between 62-67% of teens admitted to using TikTok or Instagram at least once, according to research done by Pew Research Center. This study by Statista found that there were

In recent years, Delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol (?8-THC) has gained popularity in states where marijuana remains illegal. Marketed as a “legal” and milder alternative to marijuana, Delta-8 THC is often perceived as a

The mental health crisis is growing for teenagers and young adults. Substance use has risen as well, leaving more parents searching for support themselves and for their children. We can find

Transitioning to adulthood is hard for some young adults. They struggle to achieve independence or integrate into adult life. Sometimes called “failure to launch”, this difficult time affects a young adult’s

Family interventions can be a valuable tool in guiding your loved one toward an addiction recovery program. Both the ARISE and Johnson models are distinct approaches to family intervention. Comparing these

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of experiential therapy using eye movements and guided instructions to reprocess stored memories and trauma. This treatment has been shown to

Xylazine, which goes by the street names, “tranq” or “tranq dope”, is a deadly new street drug that people might not even know they’re receiving. Originally created as a veterinary tranquilizer,

Equine-Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA) therapy is a style of many, within the equine therapy modalities. I have listed nine symptoms people may be struggling with that can benefit

Kindness is simple and yet so powerful in uplifting the spirits of others. It is especially humanizing to show kindness for those and ourselves struggling with mental health. When battling

  Trauma doesn’t just live in our minds. It can actually leave a lasting impact on our bodies. This idea isn’t new. Wilhelm Reich, a student of Sigmund Freud, first explored

Before you decide on a 30-day treatment program for your loved one, you will want to ask some important questions to determine the quality of the program. There are a

While both Brainspotting (BSP) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) are trauma-focused therapies involving eye positioning, they differ in their approach, focus and client experience. While BSP focuses on specific

Bullying by definition, is a deliberate and harmful behavior by a domineering person to gain control over the victim. It is driven by the desire to intimidate, often stemming from

Stigma is a negative set of beliefs that society has about something. And is bad for addiction recovery. Such stigmas are ideas like substances abuse is a choice and not

Studies have shown that some parent behaviors such as drug usage, overprotection, criticism, neglect, inconsistency, conditional love, comparing and lack of praise can lead to insecure children.  Bronson started his