Psychosis and Bipolar Disorder 2
I just rose out of a crying moment where I was hearing, seeing and feeling that I will never overcome my present circumstances. I mean my life is not that bad. I am 31, live in my mother’s home STILL, along with my daughter. My mother is elderly yet very ... Views: 289
What is drug rehab?
Drug rehabilitation is an intensive program, usually in a residential setting for people that have been struggling with addiction to drugs. Drug rehab provides support and care for those struggling with addiction in our community.
Aside from reaching abstinence ... Views: 181
Last month was Mental Health Awareness month so there was a lot of talk about mental health, everywhere. Many influencers were helping raise awareness on this important topic encouraging others to become more vocal about mental illness whether it affects them personally or a loved one.
A ... Views: 187
Alcoholism: Nature vs Nurture
One of life’s biggest debates is the nature vs nurture argument, which is considered when questioning why we do the things we do. We love to explore the reasoning behind our decisions, goals and aspirations.
Which can be pretty close to those of our ... Views: 226
When I think of recovery I automatically think of a beach. A beautiful serene setting that inspires you to write a poem or to paint. A long walk by the shores finally answering life’s toughest questions.
To me spirituality and recovery go hand and hand. You must submit your will to some ... Views: 226
Let's talk about it!!
Recovery is a long process that sometimes takes a person all their life to get right. In this process many go through different emotions about what they are experiencing. It is an important step, when a person enters into treatment.
This usually involves a ... Views: 154
Mental health now
There is much talk about mental illness lately. Just this week singer Demi Lovato who struggles with bipolar disorder, was hospitalized for a suspected drug overdose.
The singer is very honest and open about her struggles with mental illness, which at times have led ... Views: 192
Ok. I'm guilty. I love the opposite sex! At times I indulge but like candy it's sooo ohhh sooo good yet it spoils your stomach.
There's nothing better than the look of desire I get, especially when I am relating my own desire to be wanted. To be needed whether out and about or in our private ... Views: 931
The prevalence of sleep disorders.
Many people have been treated for sleeping disorders all over the U.S. Studies show that over 70 million Americans suffer from disorders of sleep and wakefulness, of those 60% have a chronic disorder.
Sleep is very important to be able to function during ... Views: 539
Legal trips:
Dangers of getting high when it’s cheap and easy,
And legal!
Bath Salts edition
For parents
We live in a generation where many things are accessible to us. From entertainment, to food or whatever it is that fulfills our desire, that makes us “relax”. That puts us at ... Views: 561
Types of therapy to treat addiction.
What is addiction?
Addiction is a chronic disease that mainly effects the reward part of the brain. This is the area that allows us to enjoy pleasure. It is considered a disease because long term drug use leads to changes in the brain and this causes ... Views: 603
Hip Hop sipping on Sizzurp:
The dangers of sipping lean
Hip Hop has a way of reflecting what’s going on in our world today. From new fashion trends, to songs glamorizing Miley Cirus twerking antics, to speaking out against police brutality. From insignificant twitter rants to real ... Views: 713
The Pot Chronicles: Is marijuana addictive???
Marijuana, the most socially accepted drug that has been passed around over centuries. According to smokers, it lifts you into a euphoric high bringing you down right in time for the munchies. It gives you a feeling of pleasantness, heightened ... Views: 556
Let's talk about it:
Regaining child custody after recovery.
Recovery is a long process that sometimes takes a person all their life to get right. In this process many go through different emotions about what they are experiencing. It is an important step, when a person enters into ... Views: 537
Creativity and Addiction
How many times have we witnessed the demise of a great artist due to drug or alcohol abuse. An icon fallen due to their hard partying ways but why do so many people who have artistic inclinations gravitate towards drug use.
Is creativity somehow at fault for ... Views: 759
Synthetic drugs: more popular than ever
In the last few years,“designer drugs” have been the main cause of drug addiction in the United States. Many young people falling victims to these “new drugs” that have been plaguing our neighborhoods. Just like the crack epidemic of the 80’s, there ... Views: 565
A guide to determine if you have an addiction.
by Astharte De Los Santos
Addiction affects many people all over the world. It’s that one thing that has no preference. It’s not a culture thing, a race thing or an ethnicity thing. It’s a human thing. According to the NSDUH, addiction is ... Views: 573
Life after recovery:
Supporting your loved ones through recovery
Let’s face it, addiction is a terrible disease that affects millions of Americans all over the country. It is like a raging force that takes everything in it’s path. According to SAMHSA, most people begin using drugs as ... Views: 575