We’ve all heard the phrase, “you're a product of your environment.” But it’s not just the physical places where we spend most of our time. The people we spend time with—whether it’s friends, family, or…
Sam DekinSeptember 11, 2020
What You Need to Know About Oppositional Defiant Disorder in Teens
If you’re a parent of a teenager, then you know teens can be difficult to deal with. For many kids,…
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Every age group has been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. People have lost their jobs, lost loved ones, and struggled to maintain some sense of normalcy while life feels anything but normal. This experience has…
Sam DekinAugust 21, 2020
When it comes to processing emotions, there are different expectations for men and women. Because women are often viewed as “sensitive,” it’s socially acceptable for them to express their feelings, like sadness or fear. But…
Sam DekinAugust 7, 2020
Over the past several months, people around the world have been confined to their homes as the coronavirus continues to spread. While the state-mandated lockdowns have been trying, they’ve proven to be effective. Currently, many…
Sam DekinJuly 22, 2020
Recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction can be difficult. You have to overcome physical withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and mental roadblocks in order to get sober. The path to sobriety isn't easy, and after you…
Sam DekinJuly 8, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic caused many people to start self-isolating as a necessity. But the concept of isolation is nothing new. We often hear people describe themselves as an ‘introvert’ or a ‘homebody’. In fact, roughly…
Sam DekinJune 19, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has altered life as we know it. Businesses shut down, people staying in their homes, and paper products are nowhere to be found. Everyone has been affected by this global event in…
Sam DekinJune 5, 2020
In the United States and around the world, substance abuse disorders are increasingly common. According to data from the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), almost 20 million American adults battled a substance…
Sam DekinMay 22, 2020
