In the 1700s England, gin was considered a “mother’s ruin” because it was thought to only affect women compared to men. The truth is there should be no difference in what certain types of alcohol can make you feel. It is important to understand that all alcohol is a depressant that can leave you feeling […]
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The message of an advertisement is very important as you do not want to mislead anyone. With an ongoing drug epidemic, you want to make sure that any advertisement about drugs has to do with achieving sobriety. South Dakota may have tried to come up with an anti-meth campaign, but actually ended up creating a […]
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It can be hard to live with a health condition that affects your balance like vertigo. It can be even harder when your vertigo brings about a panic attack. By understanding that your balance disorder is accompanied with anxiety, you will have a better chance of getting both disorders treated. Vertigo and Anxiety When you […]
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When your partner is the one who brings in the money or makes more money, losing their job can bring about anxiety in a relationship. This can lead to sensitive conversations about what to do about work or how to pay off their finances. Patience and support is a great way for your relationship to […]
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Teacher Ryan Le Blanc has been on opioids since he was three months old after surgery for a unilateral cleft palate which turned into a heroin addiction. Le Blanc went on Bluelight.org where he would read the posts of the substances he was taking, how to safely take them, and how to quit. Researchers now […]
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There is a big stigma in regards to suicide. People seem to think that talking about suicide will make more people want to take their own lives. The “Don’t Give Up” movement raises awareness towards suicide by writing inspirational words on signs to let people know there is hope that things can get better. What […]
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You may see girls getting together for a girl’s night as they share their inner feelings with their heart to hearts. Why is it we do not see that with men? If more men had close bonds with their friends, their mental health would improve and be more comfortable speaking to others. The Importance of […]
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One of the symptoms of addiction is lying. Parents may not be aware of their child’s addiction or of their secret hiding places in their room. By knowing where your child may keep their stash of drugs, you will know for sure whether or not your child is addicted to drugs and can get them […]
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Eighteen years ago, restaurateur Steve Palmer was strung out on alcohol and cocaine. He was given the choice of either job termination or rehab. After Palmer made the choice of rehab, he used what he learned in treatment to not just help himself but other people struggling with addiction and mental illness in the restaurant […]
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Psychologists know more than anyone what makes a clear diagnosis for a mental health disorder. Unfortunately, there is still a giant stigma against mental illnesses based on false myths. Three psychologists decided to clear up these myths to Business Insider to teach others the truth about these well-known mental illnesses. Does Having Bipolar Disorder Just […]
