More middle-aged women are dying from opioid overdoses, with a 260% increase in fatalities, according to research by Pathways Recovery Center. This research highlights the rising impact of opioid overdoses on middle-aged women, revealing a concerning link between the lack of targeted addiction treatment and increasing mortality rates in this group. For many women, the […]
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Have you ever found yourself reacting strongly to something and not understanding why? Maybe it was a smell, a sound, or a certain situation—and suddenly, you felt anxious, angry, or overwhelmed. It’s possible that what you experienced was tied to a repressed memory. But what exactly are repressed memories, and how do they affect your […]
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Two Meanings of Talk Therapy What is talk therapy anyway? It turns out there are two different meanings depending on who you ask. In a general sense, talk therapy refers to psychotherapy. Psychotherapy is a broad term that includes a variety of mental health treatments provided through verbal communication—talking. However, within the field of mental […]
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Mental health in rural America is shaped by a complex web of challenges—geographic isolation, economic constraints, limited services, and lingering cultural stigma. For many residents in these regions, accessing mental health care feels out of reach, both physically and emotionally. As national conversations around mental well-being continue to grow, rural communities remain in need of […]
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Maybe no one knows what happened to you. Or maybe too many people know, but no one gets how it still affects you. Healing after abuse is deeply personal, and it rarely makes sense to people who haven’t lived it. You’ve likely done what you could to survive, but surviving is not the same as […]
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Mental health is a deeply complex and personal experience shaped by everything from genetics to our daily environment. While therapy, medication, and social support are all powerful tools in building emotional resilience, there’s another factor that often gets overlooked: what we eat. Nourishing the body and brain with the right foods can be a critical […]
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Have you ever struggled to recall a painful memory, only for it to resurface unexpectedly—raw, vivid, and emotionally intense? You’re not alone. This phenomenon, often referred to as repressed memories, is common among trauma survivors. But why does the brain choose to hide certain experiences? Is it a survival tactic, a neurological glitch, or something […]
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Peer pressure can feel like an invisible hand steering decisions—especially for teens and young adults. Whether it’s the urge to fit in, avoid rejection, or gain approval, this social pressure often pushes people toward choices they wouldn’t make on their own—including experimenting with drugs or alcohol. Understanding how peer influence works and why it’s so […]
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Sobriety is often described as an emotional minefield. When the numbing effects of alcohol or drugs wear off, what’s left can be overwhelming. For many, sobriety feels like standing in front of a mirror after years of avoiding eye contact. Seeing yourself as you are can feel vulnerable, raw, and, more often than not, extremely […]
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An increasing number of adults are receiving diagnoses related to neurodivergence, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and sensory processing differences—traits that may have been misinterpreted or overlooked during childhood. Neurodivergence refers to natural variations in how people think, feel, and perceive the world, often differing from what is considered ‘typical’ in areas […]
