Archive for February 2020
Staying Strong After Treatment
After surviving mental health and/or substance use issues, you did the work you needed to get through treatment. Some people feel much stronger immediately after treatment, particularly in comparison to where they started. Staying strong after treatment is another thing altogether, because life happens. As you get back into life and everyday problems as well…
Read MoreWhy is Depression So Dangerous?
Depression can sneak up on you and it can have tragic consequences. Learn more about the dangers of depression and what you can do to prevent it.
Read MoreYour Personal Support Network
When you were a baby, you had a parent or two or maybe some guardians. They were the ones who helped with all of your grooming and feeding, they offered emotional support and also provided educational support. Whether you knew it or not, you had a personal support network then, and you have one now,…
Read MoreNo Need to Be Lonely
Before you attended treatment, lonely was your middle name. You felt alone all the time and without friends. But now you know how important having friends can be. And you have gained skills that will help you make friends, create a whole network of friends. From now on, you do not need to be lonely.…
Read MoreConfidently Making Career Choices
Choosing a career at any age can be very stressful. You want something that you enjoy, and that is rewarding, fulfilling, and will help you meet your financial goals. But how do you know that any of that will work out? Especially now, at this age? How do you know that what your interests are…
Read MoreWhen I Grow Up
This is supposed to be one of the best times of your life. You are still young, you have opportunities to participate in music, athletic, and other organizations, and still hang out with friends. You are old enough to choose the fun things you want to do, independent enough to do them without mom and…
Read MoreOne is the Loneliest Number
It may feel impossible at the moment, but you can break free from isolation and establish self-confidence. Learn more here.
Read MoreUpdating Your Support Network
Imagine that you had an app on your phone that helped you to manage everything else in your life. You used it when you first got your phone, but then you slowly used it less and less, and eventually forgot about it. How amazing would it be to discover it again and have it to…
Read MoreSuicidal Depression
Depression may develop into suicidal ideation, but it doesn’t have to. You can use your skills from treatment to practice self-care. Learn more.
Read MoreAm I Too Young For Treatment?
Treatment may be an option, but are you worried that you’re too wrong? Which program is the best for you? Let us help you find the answers.
Read MoreThe Fear of Failure
Failure. It is a word that instantly brings a negative emotional and physical response even when we read it. Failing a test feels bad and failing a class can feel even worse. But failing to get into the college you want or failing to achieve what you want in life seems like the worst thing…
Read MoreHow Much Screen Time is Too Much?
Everyone has some screen time during their day, but when does it start taking over your life? How much is too much? Learn more here.
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