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How to Tell if You Are in a Toxic Relationship
Being in a relationship can be a wonderful experience, but it can also be challenging. Sometimes, relationships can become toxic. A toxic relationship can be emotionally and psychologically damaging. Unfortunately, it's not always easy to recognize when you're in one....
Living with Gratitude
One important piece in the early steps of your recovery journey can lead to mental and physical well-being, increased happiness, improved relationships, reduced stress, better sleep, and enhanced overall life satisfaction. What is it? It's adopting a sense of...
ADHD and Substance Use Disorders
ADHD typically first appears in childhood but when left untreated, it can last through the teenage years and well into adulthood. One risk factor of neglecting the need for treatment is the increased risk of developing a substance use disorder (SUD). In this blog...
How to Support Someone with Complex PTSD
Supporting a woman who is living with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) requires a compassionate and understanding approach. If you have a close friend or family member with C-PTSD, there are ways to equip yourself to be part of their much-needed support...
Complex PTSD Triggers in Relationships
A history of abuse during childhood is one factor in women developing Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD). You may not be aware of how C-PTSD differs from PTSD and how C-PTSD affects relationships and the impact it is having on your family, work, and...
Can EMDR Help Women in Addiction Recovery?
Amber Wrye LPC, LCDC, EMDR II, Program Director for Hannah’s House EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is a psychotherapy technique that has been gaining popularity in recent years for its effectiveness in treating various mental health conditions....
Link Between Physical and Mental Health
Your mental health has a significant impact on your overall well-being. Being in a positive mental state can help you stay healthy and prevent significant health problems. Poor mental health, on the other side, can lead to poor physical health and potentially risky...
How to Talk About Anxiety
It can be uncomfortable to talk about anxiety with others. Because anxiety is so personal, discussing it with others may feel like something that you don't want to do. However, by opening up to others, whether it's your partner, family, friends, or coworkers, you can...
Is MDMA Dangerous?
You've probably heard MDMA more often with a mention of one of its other names: ecstasy or "Molly." While this synthetic drug has been gaining popularity in recent years, it carries serious risks and potential long-term consequences. Let's explore the questions "Is...
What Is Ketamine?
There’s no shortage of dangerous party drugs circulating in America, and Ketamine is one more substance that’s risen in popularity recently. With origins in medicine as an anesthetic and sedative, it becomes a serious threat when abused for recreational purposes....