In the field of mental health, distinguishing among disorders with overlapping symptoms can be a significant challenge. Attachment disorder, complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD), imposter
Thanksgiving is a time of year that invites reflection, gratitude, and togetherness. As families gather around the dinner table, there is an opportunity to deepen
In late 2023, Bloomberg business magazine reported that the global wellness market was now worth 5.6 trillion USD.[1] This so-called “wellness” industry represents a host
I have frequently explored drug overdose from the perspective of treatment professionals. For example, I have written on the stigma surrounding overdose (especially among teenagers),
In a TikTok video which has over two hundred thousand views, a young man explains how looksmaxxing for eight months has changed his appearance completely.
One of the cornerstones of family therapy is family systems theory. This is a theory we have explored often in the past in relation to
When we discuss the dangers of substance misuse, especially among young people, we often limit the conversation to the “big three” intoxicants: alcohol, amphetamines such
We all know the common refrain when it comes to teaching kids about drugs and alcohol: “Just Say No.” For decades, governments, schools, and families
Those who are struggling with substance use disorder face many risks. These individuals often find themselves falling out of step with their communities and society
In the United States and beyond, prescription painkillers and opioid-based drugs are being used illegally at crisis levels: there has been much reporting on the
When I think back on the trajectory of my career as a counselor and intervention specialist, I am extremely grateful for the progress I have
In the past decade, cannabis – the popular smoke-able drug also known as pot, green, and of course, weed – has been legalized in many
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