Author Archives: Alta Loma

What Can You Do if You Notice Someone Is Intoxicated?

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Perhaps you’re at a party and see someone who is out of it from drinking too much alcohol. That person is at risk of injuring themselves if they succumb to alcohol poisoning or choke on their vomit while they’re sleeping. Ensuring the safety of someone who is intoxicated can allow you to support them towards […]

How Can Certain Drugs Negatively Affect Your Parenting?

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Parenting involves being physically and mentally present in your child’s life. Drugs and alcohol can affect your parenting performance by making you more on edge or too sick to remember your child as they grow up. Learning about how substances can negatively influence your parenting is an important preventative measure. Chances are, once you realize […]

How Do You Protect the Mental Health of an Infant?

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An infant may not know how to walk or talk yet, but that does not mean that their mental health is spared. The interactions that parents have with their children can affect their emotional stability as they grow up. Parents must create a stable environment and watch out for signs of mental health issues in […]

How Addiction Affects the Ones We Love

Addiction is known to cause several problems within your own life, but what you may not realize during active addiction is how it has affected the ones you love. Now that you are in recovery and working on yourself, it is also essential to recognize how your addiction has impacted those closest to you, including […]

How Have People Cared for Their Mental Health During the Pandemic

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The COVID-19 pandemic has been very taxing on people’s mental health. Many have been feeling more stressed and more anxious than usual as the result of living in isolation and wondering what the future will hold. Amidst the economic crisis and shutdowns, EcoWatch has found that people are finding surprising ways to care for their […]

How Has Anxiety Changed in 2020?

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With COVID-19, there have been changes among those who had pre-existing anxiety. While some people’s anxiety has worsened in 2020 as a result of the pandemic, others have reported a measured improvement. When asked by the Huffington Post, people with anxiety explained that the pandemic has allowed them to slow down and focus more on […]

Lessons From Bad Days

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Everyone has had bad days in their recovery where they feel down, hopeless, and like they can’t continue. These days can feel debilitating and as though life is out to get you. However, while bad days are unpleasant, they are crucial to your recovery because they build your strength. The good days will motivate you […]

How Can You Use a Walk To Calm Your Anxiety?

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There has been an increase in anxiety and depression lately because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Luckily, instead of relying on a job, a political leader, or any other external influence to make you happy, you can learn to be responsible for your own internal happiness. A great way to maintain a sense of happiness and […]

How Come Men Suffer From Body Dysmorphia?

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Body image and body dysmorphia in men tend to be a neglected area of research, as these issues are more common in women. Men think that they need to be tall, lean and muscular, have a large penis, and a full head of hair. It is important for men to be confident about the way […]

How To Stop A Panic Attack In Its Tracks

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Panic attacks can be debilitating and terrifying for those that experience them. Often, panic attacks occur in individuals with a panic disorder, but they can occur in anyone. Those with other mental health disorders such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, specific phobias, or a history of trauma can also experience panic attacks. It is essential to educate […]