By Lizz Dinnigan, Preventionist My high school friend Nick completed suicide yesterday. I am not saying this for shock value, but to illustrate that this happens to regular people–friends and family we know and love. Suicide is a leading cause of death in the U.S. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),…
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By Lizz Dinnigan The holidays can be considerable triggers for people in recovery. Feelings of stress, loneliness and depression often feel more exaggerated during this time of year. Therefore, to maintain sobriety, it’s important to have a plan in place before attending a family celebration, office holiday party or even just an intimate get-together with…
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Here’s how (and why) the addiction crisis in rural America is growing, and what can be done to stop it.
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As students return to school, it’s important for teachers to be equipped with resources to help students overcome their post-COVID anxieties.
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The FCC adopted rules to establish 988 as the new, nationwide, 3-digit phone number for suicide prevention and mental health crisis counselors.
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Learn how virtual counseling and treatment helps patients with substance use disorders stay in contact with professionals.
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