What Is Gambling Addiction?
Gambling addiction is when the lure of the bet is all someone can think about. Gambling is defined as any risk of losing money or belongings, and when winning or losing is decided mostly by chance. Gambling is a $4 billion dollar industry in the US, and its growth is likely to continue. There are […]
Could Online Therapy Help You
Online therapy: more people are turning to it for relief Online therapy has become increasingly popular in recent years, and the mental health consequences of Corona Virus has only increased the need for counseling at a distance. The Telehealth movement of phone or Zoom appointments is booming, and online therapy and counseling is growing, too. […]
Top 10 recovery definitions you should know
Addiction and recovery definitions are constantly evolving with new recovery research and an ongoing effort to normalize a disease that has been stigmatized and punished worldwide instead of treated. In fact, Substance Use Disorder (the new term for addiction) is the only chronic, progressive and relapsing disease that has been allowed to proliferate instead of […]
Homeschooling Parents Need Self-Care
Why do homeschooling parents need self-care? Because life was hard enough being a parent with school and help. Now, with homeschooling and many working from home, life is simply non-stop. Also, many are lacking the crucial support they need from school, home help, jobs or anything else that’s been disrupted by Covid-19. But, it can […]
Apps and Tips to Help in Early Recovery
Recovery is hard—especially early recovery. It’s a given. Everyone has a tough time sticking with it, so any extra aids and tips are basically gold. Because it’s the 21st century, a number of apps have been created to help keep you sober and on the right recovery path. From daily trackers to 12-step to lifestyle apps, there are tons […]
Family Violence International Resources
These domestic violence hotlines from around the world can save someone you love Family violence is up worldwide with Corona 19 lockdowns and quarantines. Life everywhere has been disrupted. Millions of people have lost their jobs and access to activities and services. Everyone is on edge, frightened, and millions are acting out against spouses and […]