According to the 2022 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), over 46 million Americans aged 12 or older met the criteria for a substance use disorder. This means millions of families are facing the difficult reality of a loved one struggling with addiction....
Most of us have an internal voice that helps guide our decisions and keeps us in check. But for many, that voice turns critical, harsh, and unrelenting. This “inner critic” can become a constant source of self-doubt, anxiety, and even shame. Research shows that persistent...
How Therapy Can Help You Navigate Major Life Transitions They say the only certainties in life are death and taxes. I’d argue there’s a third: change. No matter who you are or where you’re headed, life transitions are inevitable. Some are welcome, some are painful,...
How Chronic Stress Impacts Your Body—and What You Can Do About It A little stress now and then is normal—and even helpful. It can sharpen your focus before a big presentation or help you make quick decisions in a crisis. But when stress becomes constant,...
Recognizing the Signs of Opioid Addiction: What You Need to Know The opioid epidemic continues to impact millions of families across the United States. Although often discussed in the news and on social media, opioid addiction is more than just a public health issue—it’s personal....