“I think the saddest people always try their hardest to make people happy because they know what it’s like to feel absolutely worthless, and they
Kratom is marketed and sold as an energy booster, mood enhancer, pain reliever, and herbal remedy for opioid withdrawal. Kratom and kratom-based products are currently
Treatment-interfering behaviors are actions or ways of being that negatively impact the therapeutic relationship. In counseling and psychotherapy, the relationship between client and therapist is
Alcohol-related disease is on the rise in the U.S., particularly for those under 35. From 1999 to 2016, the annual deaths from cirrhosis increased by
According to many health professionals, the United States is facing an unprecedented mental health crisis for which we are not prepared. Rates of mental illness
In July 2022, a new mental health emergency number was launched to address rising rates of mental illness in the United States. The Center for
The potency of marijuana has been rising for the past 50 years[1], with THC levels in some cannabis products now close to 100 percent. Consequently,
“We are only as needy as our unmet needs” – John Bowlby. Childhood experiences and relationships shape who we become and determine how we act
We all experience many emotions throughout our lives that, at times, may be confusing and difficult to manage. Understanding the eight basic emotions we are
For many people, the holidays are a time of joy and celebration. The New Year is often a time for seeing friends and family, eating,
When those in recovery regularly practice gratitude, it alleviates the intensity and regularity of negative emotions, improves coping skills, lowers the rate of relapse, and
Winter holidays can be a particularly challenging time for many people. The weather, money pressures, shop closures, and navigating family dynamics can all increase stress.
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