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On the surface, self-care is simply defined as taking care of yourself. In actuality, it encompasses much more than that. It isn’t just about canceling plans to have one night for yourself, it’s about setting boundaries for yourself mentally, physically, and socially. This helps us to avoid becoming overwhelmed and burnt out. It’s important to…
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, individuals and families across the world have experienced significant fear, panic, stress, isolation, grief, and uncertainty surrounding the virus. Parents and adolescents of all ages have been forced to navigate unknown territory, especially regarding their education and social interaction. One of the largest and less obvious…
Content Warning: This post discusses suicide and self-harm. Often, people who feel suicidal have underlying mental health conditions that can be diagnosed and managed, if they can get the proper help that they need. According to the CDC, in 2019, suicide was the tenth leading cause of death among all ages in the United States….
In life, people experience stress every day. Situations may emerge that evoke feelings of sadness, anger, fear, anxiety, and excitement, all of which contribute to increased stress levels. Due to this, people may develop negative coping mechanisms, such as relying on alcohol. Although drinking may relieve stress in the short term, there can be many serious…
Since April is Alcohol Awareness Month, it’s important to know the warning signs of alcohol addiction. At times, it can be difficult to recognize when someone is abusing alcohol. This is especially true when people go to great lengths to hide their addiction. This is why it’s extremely important to know the warning signs, especially…
Many women face unique experiences and challenges when it comes to addiction and recovery. One of them being feelings of shame and/or guilt due to the stigma surrounding addiction in women. To provide further insight and support on this topic, we’ve put together some tips to help women on their journey to recovery. Take a…
April is National Stress Awareness Month! Since 1992, Stress Awareness Month has been recognized every April. This year, with everything that has happened surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, it is particularly important to acknowledge. It’s critical to learn how to cope with stress, as this will help with overall mental health during difficult situations. At Feinberg…
Recovery, not unlike life in general, is all about relationships: relationships with ourselves, friends, families, neighbors, co-workers, a higher power, etc. Learning how to navigate these relationships is one of the most challenging things for people who are recovering from a substance use disorder. Imagine that you went hiking and spent several hours walking deep…
March is Women’s History Month when women are celebrated for their strength, resilience, and accomplishments. This month also promotes gender equality and reminds us of the improvements, and discoveries, related to women’s health. Today, there is more research available to help us better understand medical conditions and the discrepancies between men and women. This is…
While many older adults prefer to live independently in their own homes, this may be a cause for concern among families. As our loved one’s age, they face an increase in challenges with completing daily tasks and may not socialize as much as they used to. This can cause them to experience social isolation or…
As our loved ones grow older and face an increase in health challenges, it can be hard to stay up to date on how they are doing. Many seniors are not always upfront about their health concerns, or the difficulties they face when living alone. Often, seniors have a strong desire to remain independent and…
Sleep is essential for good mental and physical health, and it’s critical to get the proper amount each night. It’s been revealed that we spend about one-third of our lives asleep, deeming it as important as eating, drinking, and breathing. Lack of sleep can lead to increased anxiety and depression, as well as worsening other…