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…
Mission HarborNovember 10, 2018
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week
Adolescence is a time for discovery. Teens explore their minds, their hearts, and their souls in the search for an…
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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…
Mission HarborNovember 6, 2018
According to the American Society of Addiction Medicine, opioid addiction kills thousands of people every year. In 2014 there were 18,893 overdose deaths related to prescription painkillers. But it’s terrifying how easy it is to…
Mission HarborOctober 15, 2018
Mental Illness Awareness Week was established in 1990 by the U.S. Congress in recognition of efforts by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) to educate and increase awareness about mental illness. It takes place…
Mission HarborOctober 2, 2018
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…
Mission HarborSeptember 14, 2018
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…
Mission HarborSeptember 5, 2018
Drug overdose deaths have risen across the United States in recent years. In 2018, more people between the ages of 18 - 25 are dying from drug overdoses, but drug abuse rates amongst young teens…
Mission HarborAugust 29, 2018
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…
Mission HarborAugust 20, 2018
