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How to Talk to Kids About Recovery

Sober Courage

Talking to kids about Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) recovery requires sensitivity, honesty, and age-appropriate communication. Have you … Continue reading How to Talk to Kids About Recovery

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Getting Through Recovery with Four Tips

Gary Direnfeld

It was the recovery that would pose a challenge. With regard to my recovery as is often the case, it wasn’t linear. I truly developed and considered my recovery plan. The more support, the easier the recovery. No, recovery wasn’t linear. I feel a deeper empathy the result of my experience.

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Costume, Cosplay and Dressing Up: Fashion and Mental Health

MQ Mental Health

Research has shone a fascinating light onto the power costume can have on our mental health. A few years ago, many conversations were had around Halloween costumes where people can dress up as a mental health patient or an ‘asylum escapee’. So it’s worth mentioning clearly - mental illness is not a costume.

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The long awaited second edition Psychopharmacology: A mental health professional’s guide to commonly used medications by Herbert Mwebe

The Critical Blog

This jargon-free book is suitable for all trainee and registered health professionals who require knowledge and understanding of drugs used in the treatment of mental health conditions for prescribing or administering purposes. ISBN: 9781914171444 235pp £24.99. Contact us. Lights, Camera, Action!

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How to Talk With Patients About Substance Use Disorder

Gateway Foundation

When a patient with substance use disorder (SUD) visits, it’s essential to talk to them in a way that shows sensitivity and empathy while avoiding stigmatizing language. Establish Trust and Show Empathy Building trust and showing empathy toward patients struggling with addiction is crucial.

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Benefits of Mindfulness and Meditation for Recovery

Pure Recovery California

According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, meditation increases physical relaxation and calmness. As a result, this practice may improve mental balance and help a person cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. Enhanced overall health and immunity.

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Why Did It Take Me So Long To Accept My Mental Health Medication?

Beautiful Voyager

I started doing an inventory: I launched my own mental health consulting business, completed a few training sessions, quickly boosted my professional network, got involved in various projects and the list goes on. That’s where the new skills I have developed during my recovery came handy. What has changed? But was that enough?