Mental Health

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The Best Thing That Sobriety Gave Back to Me

Sobriety and recovery bring a lot of surprising gifts over time, but when this author quit alcohol, she discovered a joy she never realized she missed.

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Mental Health Minute: Stress and Anxiety in Adolescents

Got 60 seconds? Learn about anxiety, and check out some coping activities. Watch the video from the National Institute of Mental Health.

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What Is Dual Diagnosis?

When people are dealing with both addiction (substance use disorder) and mental illness, they have a dual diagnosis. 10 things to know.

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Q&A: Find an Addiction Counselor

What is your background? How often will we meet? Some key questions that will help you find the right addiction counselor for yourself or a loved one.

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7 Health Signs of Chronic Alcoholism

Heavy alcohol consumption can take a serious health toll, but many people don't know the signs to look for. Understand if you need to seek help.

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Bringing a Positive Lens to Workplace Mental Health

As employers deepen their focus on mental health, many may still be missing one of the most important conversations: the positive one.

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Understanding Relapse

Return to use (commonly known as relapse) is often part of the recovery process. Why does it happen, and what can you do? Here's a guide to relapse prevention.

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Understanding Addiction and Recovery

By understanding basic and complex human needs, we can better understand how addiction affects our brains and lives. And we can better aid recovery, too.

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