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    High-functioning but Hurting: How Addiction Affects Mental Health

    Addiction, Mental Health, Peer and Family, Substance Abuse

    Addiction is more than just a struggle with substances; it’s a challenge that can deeply affect your mental health, even if you’re managing to keep everything else in your life together. Picture this: you’re doing well at work, maintaining your relationships, and...

    How Clinicians Can Help Clients Handle Election Stress

    Clinicians, Mental Health, Professionals

    It’s hard to watch the people you want to help suffer. And that suffering is often more intense during an election year. Arguments, family rifts, social media, misinformation, AI and more can intensify feelings during an election year. There can be a lot of...

    Non-Religious Sobriety Programs in the Greater Tidewater Hampton Roads Area

    Recovery, Substance Abuse

    For non-religious folks looking for recovery support services, it can be challenging to find programs that align with your values.  Popular 12-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) are based on a belief in, and reliance on, God or some other higher power. While...

    What Are the Biggest Challenges Facing Young Veterans Today?

    Military and Veterans, Military Transition

    After leaving the military, veterans often face challenges reintegrating into civilian society. While more than half of U.S. veterans feel that they weren’t well prepared for the transition, younger veterans report the transition was very difficult. Challenges Facing...

    The Top Careers After Military Service: How To Excel

    Military and Veterans, Military Transition, SMVF

    In the following blog, Michael Evans, Educational/Vocational Specialist, Registered Certified Peer Recovery Specialist, CLS Counselor, explores the best career options after military service and offers guidance on how to succeed in each one. The Top Careers  for...
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