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National Gratitude Month Mission Harbor

There is so much wonder in the world that we can’t possibly express all of our gratitude in one day. That’s why we plan to spread our thanks beyond Thanksgiving and all across November because it’s National Gratitude Month! Studies have shown that a positive outlook and gracious attitude can improve your physical health, your […]

by Sam Dekin

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November Is Transgender Awareness Month

When most people think of November, they conjure up images of Thanksgiving. Family members and other loved ones gathered around a table sharing their stories, their sustenance, and their lives. But where does the transgender community fit into this idyllic vision of warmth and acceptance? All too often, transgender individuals are ostracized from their families […]

by Sam Dekin

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My Story of Addiction for National Recovery Month

Six months ago I entered Santa Barbara, California for the first time in my life. It rained for two straight weeks. Home sweet home. I hadn’t seen real nature in nearly two years unless you count the Culver City Stairs on a starry night. I remember thinking to myself every morning as I looked into […]

by Sam Dekin

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Life After Treatment: 10 Ways to Lead a Happy & Healthy Life in Recovery

Every year, millions of Americans successfully complete inpatient treatment for drug and/or alcohol addiction. For many, the idea of rehabilitation can be frightening as it means having to face demons, work through emotional baggage, and learn the strength to stay away from influences that may lead to a relapse. Getting back to a healthy and […]

by Sam Dekin

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The Negative Effects of Adolescent and Teen Drug Use

There are countless reasons why a teen may use drugs. In many cases, it’s a form of peer pressure, and the fear of not partaking could label one as “unpopular” at school. Some teens turn to study aid drugs like Adderall to improve their ability to concentrate and boost their grades. And others use drugs […]

by Sam Dekin

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International Overdose Awareness Day

These days, you’d be hard-pressed to turn on the TV, check social media feeds, or open a news app without facing the darkness that is America’s opioid epidemic. The numbers are staggering. The stories are heartbreaking. Grandparents in Tennessee raise their two grandchildren after losing their 28-year-old daughter to a heart infection caused by a […]

by Sam Dekin

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10 Early Warning Signs Your Teen is Struggling with Mental Illness

According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 20 percent of teenagers between the ages of 13 and 18 live with a mental health condition, and 50% of all lifetime cases of mental illness begin by age 14. While every type of mental illness has its unique set of warning signs, there are common themes […]

by Sam Dekin

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Gaming Addiction is Now Considered a Real Addiction

When most people hear the word ‘addiction,’ they think of drugs, cigarettes, or alcohol. But did you know that substances aren’t the only thing that can be addictive and habit forming? In fact, addiction to computers and gaming is now considered an addiction by the World Health Organization. This year, the WHO declared that gaming […]

by Sam Dekin

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International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

Drugs have the power to ruin lives, to destroy families, and to decimate international relations. From the micro to the macro, the global substance trade is a toxic circulation that sweeps unsuspecting participants into its web every day. In an effort to shed light on the darkness of this international cancer, the United Nations has […]

by Sam Dekin

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Understanding Unique Mental Health Disorders

Coming to terms with your own psychological landscape is never easy. Any deviation from what is considered “normal” may cause distress and doubt. We always want to know that we’re not alone in the way we think, perceive, and feel. That’s why less common conditions are additionally confusing because there are very few peers to […]

by Sam Dekin

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