To recover from mental health conditions and substance use disorder (SUD), an individual must be willing to admit that they have a problem that requires treatment. Often, this is the… Read More
The Importance of Surrendering to Addiction Recovery
Addiction
Understanding the Effects of Heroin
In 2019, the National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that an estimated 10.1 million people aged 12 and older misused opioid drugs the previous year. Of this population,… Read More
How Oppression Can Lead to Addiction
There are an incredible number of risk factors associated with the development of substance use disorders, such as addiction. However, one risk factor rarely discussed is oppression. Oppression is traumatizing…. Read More
The Consequences of College Drinking
Updated on 2/3/2023 Today’s society has gone above and beyond in normalizing social drinking. Even more alarming is society’s glorification and encouragement of college drinking as a key part of… Read More
Explaining Kratom and Its Use
Kratom users speak highly of its mood enhancement and other stimulant-like properties, but what exactly is kratom? Often promoted as a health supplement, kratom is widely used and sold around… Read More
Destigmatizing Borderline Personality Disorder
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health disorder characterized by patterns of varying moods, behaviors and sense of self. This condition is heavily associated with negative stigma because… Read More
Maintaining Mental Health During Challenging Times
Updated on 3/3/2023 Adversity is an inevitable part of life. Although challenging, adversity is essential as it helps us persevere beyond difficult life experiences. The more we experience hardships and… Read More
How to Embrace Winter and Stay Sober
Even the sunniest places like Del Mar, California, can feel cold and get dark early during the winter, causing isolation and depression. The lack of sunlight, shorter days and shift… Read More
Are You Addicted to Alcohol?
The start of a drinking problem can be hard to pinpoint. Warning signs can start gradually and seem benign but become problematic as time progresses. Environmental factors such as work,… Read More
Addiction in the Airline Industry
Nowadays, many passengers find air travel can be stressful, with frequently delayed flights, lost luggage and high prices. But flying can be even more stressful for pilots. The aviation industry… Read More
