Gun Violence and Youth in America

Mental Health, Youth

June is National Gun Violence Awareness Month, and with growing concerns about gun violence in America, it’s the perfect time to talk about firearm safety – and how to keep our teens and children safe.   The alarming truth is, gun violence has become one of the...

Surviving the Stress Epidemic: Prioritizing Your Mental Health in Times of Uncertainty

Mental Health

​​Life in the US has been difficult over the last few years, and if you’re feeling the stress, you’re definitely not alone.  Many of us are in survival mode, living month-to-month, struggling with bills, coping with debt stress, rising interest rates, and feeling...

Mental Health and Wellness Calendar: A Guide to Caring for Your Mental Well-Being

Mental Health

Looking after your mental well-being is easier said than done.  From the stresses of everyday life to media fatigue, when challenges seem to come at you from all sides, it’s easy to get overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or angry, and hard to know how to manage it all....

Early Signs of Alcohol Dependence in Adolescents and Adults

Addiction, Substance Abuse

When it comes to drinking alcohol, people rarely start with the intent to form a habit. But what may have started as the occasional drink can slowly become an addiction, impacting your body, mind, work, and relationships.  And it happens more often than you might...

How Alcohol Affects Mental and Physical Health Across Different Age Groups

Substance Abuse

April is Alcohol Awareness month – the perfect time to talk about the effects of alcohol consumption on our bodies and minds. People drink alcohol for a variety of reasons. Some may drink to celebrate special occasions, to enjoy a night out with friends, or to wind...