Being able to recognize the signs of an overdose is necessary for providing immediate help and preventing tragedy.
Helping a Loved One
How to Cope with a Partner That is Struggling with Mental Health
When someone we care deeply about is struggling with their emotional state, it can be an emotionally taxing situation. However, with the right strategy in place, you can navigate this difficult terrain together and offer the support your partner needs.
Finding Help for a Suicidal Teenager
The struggles that many young people now face, like school-related pressure, social challenges, and the murky waters of social media, can lead to feelings of despair and a desire to escape.
How the Economy Affected Young Adults in 2023
The global landscape is marked by economic uncertainties and challenges that cast a long shadow over the usual aspirations of young adults. From soaring inflation to the impacts of a post-pandemic world, the hurdles facing the younger generation are daunting.
How to Get Help for a Teenager Who Runs Away
It’s a parent’s worst fear – finding out that their teen has run away and not knowing where they might be. You're left wondering if they're safe, what you can do, and asking yourself what led them to take such dangerous action. While it’s natural to want to push the...
Signs That it is Time to Get a Loved One Help for Their Depression or Anxiety
Depression and anxiety are two of the most common mental health disorders, affecting millions of individuals around the globe. When it hits close to home and impacts a loved one, it can be extremely difficult to cope with. If you have someone in your life who is...
Preventing Burnout While Caring for Kids and Parents
For some of us, life is a never-ending juggling act, especially for those in what is being called the "sandwich generation”. These are the people who find themselves caring for both young children and aging parents at the same time. Balancing these responsibilities...
How To Get a Loved One into Rehab
Witnessing a loved one struggling with addiction is a heart-wrenching experience. Whether it's alcohol, drugs, or any other substance, the devastating impact on their physical and mental health, as well as relationships, can be overwhelming. Convincing someone to seek...
Signs That Your Child May Be Experiencing Bullying
Childhood and adolescence are periods in which students are especially susceptible to bullying, whether that be at home, at school, or in their neighborhood. Unfortunately, there are little to no instances in which children can be entirely safe from bullying....
Mentally Ill Kids Become Less Healthy Adults
New research conducted by a Duke University team in New Zealand highlights the connection between mental health challenges in early life and poorer physical health and advanced aging in adulthood. The researchers argue that investing in prompt mental health care could...