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ACE 101: Parental Substance Abuse

Stop Abuse Campaign

The ACE study demonstrated that growing up in a household where a parent suffers from a significant, unchecked addiction to alcohol or drugs is as damaging as direct childhood traumas. Why is parental substance abuse a trauma? Substance abuse can complicate the parent-child attachment.

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Guest Post: The Difference Between Mental Health & Mental Illness by Amelia Blackwater

Bipolar Bandit

Wh at is Mental Health? Mental health reflects “our emotional, psychological, & social well-being.”. Mental health can affect, how we think, feel, & act. You can have both good or bad mental health. . You can have both good or bad mental health. . drug addictions.

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Member Voices: Be Wary of Mental Health ‘Experts’ on Social Media

Social Work Blog

Monteiro, LCSW The past two years were filled with fear and uncertainty, exacerbating a mental health crisis with an increase in anxiety, depression, suicide rates, and substance abuse. Storytelling can be part of the healing process in one’s mental health journey. My concern is not unwarranted.

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My Mental Health is Bad! Why and What Now?

Stop Abuse Campaign

If you’ve ever felt concerned about your mental health, you’re not alone. Mental health is an increasingly important issue in our society. Roughly 1 in 5 adults report experiencing mental health problems each year. Our individual experiences are what shape our mental and emotional health.

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December Difficulties: Common Christmas Concerns To Mental Health

MQ Mental Health

Amidst the wishes of peace and good will there are many challenges to our mental health. It’s not uncommon for mental illnesses to be exacerbated at this time of year. If you struggle with your mental health at this time of year, you are not alone and help is available. Where to turn for help?

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Homelessness is a journey that starts in the family

Stop Abuse Campaign

We naturally associate things like drug addiction and the symptoms of psychotic mental illness with danger. Mental illness is common among homeless people, but the most common diagnoses include substance abuse and mood disorders. We tend to turn away from the homeless. Why don’t they find and keep a job?

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How to Talk With Patients About Substance Use Disorder

Gateway Foundation

Psychologists have found that using medically accurate language can help dismantle stereotypes outside the clinical space while providing more effective, compassionate support for people with addiction. Here’s how you can alter your language to avoid these stigmas and create a safe, supportive environment for patients with addiction: 1.