Moods can plummet or intensify the hotter the temperature rises. While there are always warnings about taking care of children, pets, and the elderly in summer heat, people in recovery from addiction or mental health conditions can suffer just as intensely, be at risk...
Living with alcohol addiction comes with a common side effect: Thinking you can meet your responsibilities, do your job, parent, and socialize, all while maintaining a steady devotion to alcohol. When it becomes clear – to yourself or others – that life isn’t going as...
The emotions triggered by the death of a loved one can be wildly unpredictable. There are recognized stages of grief and typical responses that people may experience, but the reality is that coping with loss does not come easily to everyone. Sometimes, the weight of...
Medication can help many people with chronic depression to maintain a level of stability and navigate the ebbs and flows of daily life, but the appearance of stress, grief, or any overwhelming circumstances can still trigger a depressive episode. If someone suffers...
The road to recovery has its twists and turns. There are moments of triumph and times when you are going to stumble. But a nagging voice — perfectionism — can make recovery a rough ride. This inner critic demands flawlessness and blows mistakes out of proportion. It...
