By Holly M. Onorato, CPRS In my capacity as a Recovery Coach and SMART Recovery meeting facilitator, I am honored toassist hundreds of people in their recovery journey. One thing that often comes up is this: ‘I wishI had gotten sober earlier.’ The fact is, we live in a culture that is heavily reliant on alcohol as a tool to celebrate or soothethe ache of loss (and everything in between). Wine is even used in
Ever felt a wave of sadness that doesn’t seem to ebb? Or a lingering anxiety that just won’t go away? We all have our highs and lows, but sometimes it’s more than just a passing phase. It’s a call for help. So, how do you know when it’s time to seek professional aid? Signs That It’s Time Drastic Changes in Behavior Imagine being an avid painter, and one day, you just don’t feel the brush’s
Welcome to the topic, “Is ADHD Real?” The number of people diagnosed ADHD is increased in recent years. The guidelines use to diagnose the condition changed in 2013 by the health care professionals are partly the reason why people know about it. Is It ADHD? Another issue is that kids are often misdiagnosed. Specialists have written that ADHD Does Not Exist. There’s no doubt that the symptoms of ADHD are real. But experts also show that there are
Brain Health plays an important role in Drug Addiction in Teens. What chance does a teenager have to avoid the drug tentacles reaching into every crack and crevasse of American society? Drug abuse and drug addiction are not just about street drugs traded by wicked persons to guiltless victims. Teenagers having easygoing access to any number of mind-boggling and psychoactive substances is very bad news. Muted and alarming TV ads about “Just Say No to
Addiction is a disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be a challenging and often debilitating condition, and the road to recovery can be long and difficult. However, it is essential to remember that recovery is possible, and it is never too late to start your addiction recovery journey. In this article, we will discuss five reasons why starting your addiction recovery today is crucial for your well-being and long-term health. Starting your
PTSD occurs from a traumatic experience in your life that continues to repeat over and over. According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, PTSD impacts 6% of men and 8% of women. Every year 15 million people are traumatized by PTSD and have nowhere to turn. Despite these realities, help is right around the corner by reaching out to the right places that offer PTSD treatment. We look at the best forms of PTSD treatment