

The Fentanyl Crisis in America: How did we get here? Part I
Our nation is currently in the midst of a crisis, the ever-increasing number of individuals across America who are using drugs classed as synthetic opioids.
Our nation is currently in the midst of a crisis, the ever-increasing number of individuals across America who are using drugs classed as synthetic opioids.
For decades, the troubled teen industry has been criticized for its use of gooning—a practice where adolescents are forcibly removed from their homes in the
Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects countless people worldwide [1], regardless of age, gender, or cultural background. Many people will struggle with
How we perceive ourselves is fundamental to our overall well-being. Self-worth, self-confidence, and a desire for achievement all stem from self-perception. Unfortunately, this means that
Family communication is a crucial aspect of relational dynamics, significantly influencing the emotional and psychological well-being of its members. In healthy family systems, communication is
If you do not say goodbye, you cannot say hello. In a world where connections—whether romantic, platonic, or therapeutic—are central to our lives, the significance
During the winter holidays, many people get together with their families to enjoy festivities and share warmth and light during the darker winter months. In
The term neurodivergent has seen increasing use in popular culture and on social media in recent years. This word is meant as a term that
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
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