When you’re struggling with substance abuse or addiction, getting professional help is one of the most important steps you can take. Still, it can be intimidating. You might have questions like, “How long is drug rehab?” and “How will rehab fit into my current life?” These are important questions to ask, but the truth is, […]

The idea of getting sober is contextual; it means different things to different people and can vary depending on the situation. For some, getting sober might mean physically detoxing or “sobering up” from a night of drinking or drug use. For others, it might mean abstaining from substances long-term. This distinction is particularly important when […]

You might have heard that it takes 21 days to make or break a habit. This myth originated back in the 1960s, when a plastic surgeon found that it took his patients at least 21 days to adjust to their new look. Over time, this observation evolved into a wider belief that any physical habit […]

We all struggle from time to time, with issues like anxiety and stress creeping in and flooding our minds. However, a mental breakdown takes this further—it feels all-consuming, like a complete crisis. If you are having a mental breakdown, take a deep breath. You are not alone. There is help available. While not a formal […]

More people than ever before are recognizing just how important mental health is—it’s more discussed and more accepted than just a decade ago. In fact, according to the latest national statistics from SAMHSA, over half (52%) of U.S. adults with any mental illness received treatment in the past year. That said, however, even with greater […]

Mental health conversations have come a long way over the years; more people are prioritizing their mental health than ever before. Still, however, there is a gap when it comes to getting treatment. New research shows that just over half (52%) of Americans facing any mental health condition—anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD—have received professional treatment. And […]

It’s 2025, and we’re in an age in which digital screens are woven into nearly every aspect of our daily lives. We wake up to phone alarms. We use television as background noise. We rely on video games and social media for entertainment. We scroll until we fall asleep. We post moments of our lives […]

When someone is struggling with their mental health, it can be tempting to find solace in drugs and alcohol. In a similar vein, repeated and frequent substance abuse can also cause symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mental illnesses to surface. When substance use and mental illness occur at the same time in a person, […]

Dual diagnosis currently affects more than 20 million adults (over age 18) in the United States. This means that 35 percent of all American adults struggle with a mental illness and a substance use disorder. These statistics do not include youth, who are increasingly affected by mental health and substance use disorders. If you have a loved one struggling […]

Sudden changes in friend groups. Withdrawal from family members. Coming home late and intoxicated. Hiding out behind closed doors. Acting defensive, aggressive, and/or out of sorts. Disregarding rules or authorities. Total dismissal of one’s personal hygiene and health. These are all signs that a child might be struggling with a substance problem. And while these […]