When and How to Plan an Intervention
An estimated 40.4 million Americans struggle with drug or alcohol use disorder. One in 10 of us will struggle with a substance use disorder at some point in our lives. Chances are, you know one or more people fighting a silent or not-so-silent battle with drug or alcohol addiction. In fact, almost half of all […]
The Connection Between Mental Illness and Substance Abuse
Today, an estimated 40.3 million Americans over the age of 12 struggle with a substance use disorder, commonly known as addiction. That epidemic of substance abuse maps closely to the 52.9 million Americans over the age of 18, or 21% of the adult population, who have a mental illness. Most importantly, with 17 million Americans […]
How Volunteering Can Improve Mental Health
If you or a loved one is struggling with mental health, getting out and getting involved in things can be good for your mood, your sense of self-worth, and your ability to just go and do things. Unfortunately, taking those steps can be difficult, especially if you don’t have an existing network of people to […]
Is Addiction Draining Your Bank Account?
If you or a loved one is struggling with a substance use disorder, the first thing you’ll likely notice is finances. Drinking or drugs, even prescription drugs, are expensive. Most importantly, abusing them puts you in a position where you’re more likely to spend more and less likely to care. So, a drinking or substance […]
