It is National Suicide Prevention Month 2019, and it is important that we have a conversation about a glaringly rising issue that is affecting people across age groups, demographics, and location. Suicide is a public…
Sam DekinSeptember 17, 2019
How Young People Can Have a Mentally Healthy Halloween
Planning for a Safe and Memorable Celebration Cooler weather starts to peek through, every food or drink item comes in…
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Addiction is a disease. We’re going to repeat this vitally important statement for maximum effect. Addiction is a disease. If you are diagnosed with most diseases, you get treatment… you don’t get a jail sentence.…
Sam DekinSeptember 4, 2019
When you abuse substances, you’re playing with chemical fire. Every injection, every pill, and every snort could be the one that triggers an overdose. The risk could be lethal. Recent statistics show a shocking growth…
Sam DekinAugust 19, 2019
While the college years are often hailed as the best years of one’s life, increasing numbers of college students are struggling with their mental health. During their years at college, students face a number of…
Sam DekinJuly 31, 2019
The term “self-care” is trending in recent years, and we’ve seen hundreds of products, services, health and fitness experts, and other things promoting self-care. But what is self-care, really, and how does it affect mental…
Sam DekinJuly 15, 2019
Language has incredible power to shape our identities for good, but it also can be harmful. While our words can be used to express love and support, they also can add to the stigma of…
Sam DekinJune 28, 2019
Being a father in recovery is challenging and having a father in recovery is just as challenging. Addiction can have devastating effects on families. Healing the damage may feel like an uphill battle but doing…
Sam DekinJune 6, 2019
Family wellness is the concern for those we are connected to in our lives. While the concept of “family” is one with a fluid definition, the idea of fusing with others through blood or bond…
Sam DekinMay 22, 2019
