Recovery is a lifelong process, both for the addicted person and for his closest friends and family members. By understanding the many challenges that accompany…
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As a parent, you invest a considerable amount of time in your child’s well-being. As children transition into young adulthood, you may encounter communications challenges…
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Addiction is a complex disease that affects one in seven Americans, according to a report from the U.S. surgeon general. It seems like everyone knows…
The conversation around mental health is changing. Mental health issues need to be discussed year round, but May is a time that highlights those issues…