Trauma is a unique aspect of the human experience. It’s unifying, in some sense—everybody experiences trauma, but we do so in vastly different ways. Trauma…
The use of drugs and alcohol have a strong correlation with mental health issues. Such substances can temporarily ease the pain of some mental health…
Cocaine and anxiety go hand-in-hand. These two issues have a very interesting relationship because their connection can go both directions. Cocaine use can lead to…
Veterans are among the most prominent groups affected by post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. Those who have experienced the duress of war are often permanently…
If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction, you’re probably wondering what the best course of treatment is. There are a lot of…
PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) is a condition that follows many veterans well after their military service. Exposure to danger, loss, or any number of contributors…
It isn’t often people choose to become addicted to anything. More often than not, outside circumstances play an important role in pushing people to take…
The entire family suffers when one of its members is struggling with addiction. It can be difficult to cope when you see a loved one…
The holidays can be a season of highs and lows for anyone, but if you are recently sober – or even several years into recovery…
A coping skill is a tool you use to help you overcome stressful situations that are causing you to experience intense feelings. If you had…
