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The Importance of Mental Health Treatment in Addiction Recovery 

A crucial element in addiction recovery is addressing the mental health problems that frequently occ...

December 17, 2024
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The Stages of Addiction Recovery: What to Expect

If you’re suffering from a substance use disorder, a vital step to healing is beginning an addict...

December 10, 2024
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How Drug Abuse Impacts Mental Health: Recognizing the Signs

The complexity of drug use and mental health ranges and it significantly impacts individuals, famili...

December 3, 2024
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Understanding the Connection Between Mental Health and Addiction 

Addiction is a disease that alters the brain’s chemical pathways and most mental illnesses have si...

November 26, 2024
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The Intersection of Mental Health, Addiction, and Gender Identity

Gender dysphoria and substance abuse disorder (SUD) have plagued heavily discriminated against commu...

November 19, 2024
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The Intersection of Mental Health, Addiction, and Gender Identity

According to the NIDA, sexual and gender minorities have higher rates of substance use disorders tha...

November 11, 2024
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Coping with Minority Stress: How Discrimination Impacts LGBTQ+ Mental Health

Minority stress is the result of the constant oppression, stigma, and discrimination that is faced d...

November 4, 2024
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Why LGBTQ+ Youth Are at Higher Risk for Addiction and Mental Health Disorders

Research has found that sexual minority groups facing family rejection are three times more likely t...

October 29, 2024
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How Substance Abuse Affects the LGBTQ+ Community: A Closer Look

Social isolation, discrimination, harassment, and social stigma surrounding sexuality and gender ide...

October 22, 2024
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Understanding the Unique Mental Health Challenges Faced by the LGBTQ+ Community

Members of the LGBTQ+ community have a higher risk of mental health issues when compared to the hete...

October 16, 2024
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How & Where to Find Fulfillment in Sober Living: 6 Practical Tips

Finding happiness after sobriety is possible, and as your brain heals from the addiction's damage, y...

October 15, 2024
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Addiction and the Brain: How Substance Abuse Affects Mental Function 

Substance abuse affects mental function due to interactions between chemical neurotransmitters, inte...

October 8, 2024
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