Fashion designer Kate Spade killed herself on June 5th and chef Anthony Bourdain did the same thing a few days later. We know that suicide is not like a biological virus that you can catch. However, is suicide contagious if we hear of someone else’s suicide? Reports have shown that suicide has a tendency to…
It may seem romantic in movies and television shows when someone says to the one they love that they cannot live without them and that they are all they have. In reality, though, it is very unhealthy to have an obsession over one person, especially if the feelings are not returned. It is important to…
Experiencing trauma can make you think of nothing but what you encountered. You may try to move on but the memories prevent you from staying in the present. It is important to use healthy methods to be able to live your life and letting your traumatic memories stay in the past. What Causes Trauma? Traumatic…
What is Drunk Driving? Drunk driving is when you are driving while there is still alcohol in your system. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 29 people die every day from motor vehicle crashes that involve an alcohol-impaired driver and there is one death every 50 minutes. Driving home while you are intoxicated…
It may be hard to understand eat disorders when you hear about someone forcing themselves to throw up or not wanting to eat any food. Maybe that person is very stressed out, does not like how they look, or will not be satisfied until they are super skinny. Whatever the reason is, if you have…
We live in a technology-centric world where we use technology as an easy method of communication. We never have to look at the other person or worry about stuttering or saying something we will regret. Smartphone addiction can disconnect you from the world and the people around you if you do not get help to…
There are some people that feel like they cannot live without the other person. While this may seem like a romantic notion that we see in entertainment, it is more like a barrier to getting well if you suffer from addiction in addition to codependency. It is important that you not rely on encouraging someone’s…
You may think that it is impossible to know when someone is thinking about committing suicide. It may be hard if that person appears happy and you cannot see any signs of depression. However, if you have a feeling that someone is suicidal, never leave that person alone. Also, do everything in your power to…
Being in recovery requires a lot of responsibilities like attending meetings, staying away from triggers, renewing relationships, and doing anything else to achieve sobriety. Being sober does not have to mean all work and no fun. Having fun in recovery is important. It lets you take full advantage of what the world has to offer…
Sobriety is a brave step for someone recovering from drug addiction. It is your way of saying that drugs and alcohol are no longer your go-to when you experience negative feelings and you want to be respected towards your social circle. Living a sober life requires taking care of your physical and mental health as…