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Men’s (Mental) Health Month

While Men’s Health Month brings awareness to men’s physical health, it also highlights the importance of men and mental health care. Mental...

The Key Elements of a Relapse Prevention Plan

The Key Elements of a Relapse Prevention Plan

Content reviewed by Khelsea Walker Recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) is a lifelong process, and completing treatment is only one...

Police Officers and Addiction Recovery

Police Officers and Addiction Recovery

Content reviewed by Khelsea Walker Many people commonly believe that mental health or substance use treatment is for individuals who have...

Packing for Addiction Treatment: Can I Bring My Electronics?

Packing for Addiction Treatment: Can I Bring My Electronics?

Content reviewed by Khelsea Walker Deciding to enter treatment for substance use is anything but easy. Not only are you making...

How to Tell My Boss I Am Leaving for Addiction Treatment

How to Tell My Boss I Am Leaving for Addiction Treatment

Content reviewed by Khelsea Walker One of the most challenging aspects of recovery from substance use is recognizing your personal need...

The Value of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in Addiction Recovery

The Value of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in Addiction Recovery

Content reviewed by Khelsea Walker Effective recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health disorders requires intimate, individualized treatment. Nearly...

Trauma-Informed Care for First Responders

Trauma-Informed Care for First Responders

Updated on 07/03/23 Content reviewed by Nicholas G. Glines First-responders are individuals with specialized training who arrive as quickly as possible...

The Experiences of Veterans in Recovery

The Experiences of Veterans in Addiction Recovery

Content reviewed by Nicholas G. Glines Updated on 4/13/2023 Nearly everyone struggles with mental health from time to time. More often...

The Value of Social Support on Recovery

The Value of Social Support on Recovery

Updated on 07/03/23 Content reviewed by Nicholas G. Glines Recovery is a lifelong journey. Individuals that choose recovery recognize that there...

How Childhood Trauma Can Contribute to the Development of Addiction

How Childhood Trauma Can Contribute to the Development of Addiction

Updated on 07/03/23 Content reviewed by Nicholas G. Glines Childhood is the most formative stage for development and learning. These early...