LGBTQ+ youth are twice as likely to experiment with drugs and alcohol as their heterosexual, cisgender counterparts. This often happens for one of two correlated reasons. LGBTQ+…
In adolescence especially, peers are a person’s number one external influence. They consciously and unconsciously teach us how to communicate, our likes and dislikes and…
The benefits of exercise on mental health are well-documented in studies from all over the world. Exercise is also thought to have benefits for people…
When you set an intention, you’re taking control of yourself by telling yourself how you’re going to go about your day. Intentions are a way…
Your comfort zone is just that — a comfortable place where your abilities aren’t tested, and you don’t have to change or do anything different.…
Friendship is something we often take for granted when we’re kids. Between adult responsibilities and the general busyness of life, staying connected with friends can…
People from every background are searching for ways to reduce the stress of modern life. Self-care is not selfish or self-indulgent — it’s essential. It means consciously…
In addiction treatment, we consider detoxification a critical part of Recovery for many patients. People in Recovery can also benefit from a different kind of…
In terms of emotional wellness, self-regulation is the process of controlling your thoughts, emotions and behaviors. When you self-regulate, you pause and think before taking…
How are mental health and COVID-19 related? During social distancing, the lack of human interaction can affect our mental health and potentially cause symptoms of depression…
