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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? How to help yourself?

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Why Playing the Lottery Is So Addictive

Gateway Foundation

The lottery is a common entertainment source that can quickly become addictive. Playing the lottery can become addictive when an individual develops an unhealthy compulsion to engage in it. While purchasing lottery tickets occasionally does not indicate an addiction, playing the lottery excessively can become an addiction.

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Observing therapist-patient interactions to predict dropout from psychotherapy

Society of Clinical Psychology

Over about the last 50 years, clinical research has proven without a doubt that psychotherapy significantly alleviates the symptoms of a wide range of mental illnesses, for example, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, and addictions (Lutz et al., Capturing therapist-patient interactions.

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Stories of Life-Changing Connections: Mental Health Support, Family Reunification, Foster Care and Adoption

KVC

If you have such a story, sharing it with others or with a mental health professional can help you feel freer and lighter, encourage others, and can even change the world by sparking hope. Storytelling’s power is why, each year, KVC Health Systems holds a Story Contest. We received many entries to our 2022 Story Contest.

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NASW Member Voices: Considering a career in addiction social work? Here is what you should know

Social Work Blog

Addiction is one route that a social worker can pursue, and it typically requires a Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) certification. So why should students enter the realm of clinical social work in addiction? Well, for one, addiction is serious societal issue. What are Opiates? Getty Images. One form of substance is opiates.

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What to Expect From Virtual Addiction Treatment

Gateway Foundation

Addiction treatment plays a critical role for those with substance use disorders, but only a small percentage of individuals who need treatment receive it. Virtual Addiction Treatment With Gateway Foundation. Gateway Foundation is proud to be among those offering comprehensive virtual addiction treatment programs.

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20 Success Stories: Mental Health, Family Reunification, Foster Care and Adoption Support Transform Lives

KVC

KVC Health Systems is a family of nonprofit organizations working to strengthen families, prevent child abuse and neglect, and help both children and adults achieve mental health wellness. Storytelling’s power is why, each year, KVC Health Systems holds a Story Contest.