• Young displeased, tired man with insomnia unable to sleep and suffering from burnout and newly sober struggling to get up out of bed in the morning. Mentally exhausted male awake in bed feeling stressed

    Why Do I Feel Worse When I Try to Get Sober?

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    “I thought quitting would make me feel better, but I feel awful.” This is one of the most common and confusing thoughts people have when [...]

  • a woman sitting on the floor struggling with why her body feels heavy and her mind blank

    Why Your Body Feels Heavy and Your Mind Feels Blank

    907 words|4.5 min read|

    Many people are familiar with the idea of fight or flight. We are taught that stress makes us either anxious and activated or ready to [...]

  • Drug Sale,Pusher brings drugs to the car window to make his sale.

    Pennsylvania’s Changing Drug Supply and Where It Shows Up Most

    961 words|4.8 min read|

    The drug supply in Pennsylvania has changed in ways that make it harder to predict who is at risk and where danger might appear. Substances [...]

  • a couple fighting whether they are really in love or just trauma bonded from past events

    Is It Love or Is It Trauma Bonding?

    793 words|4 min read|

    At certain points in life, especially when things slow down or emotions feel quieter, people begin to question their relationships. Is this love, or is [...]

  • When you're stuck in a scrolling loop, doomscrolling

    Why Doomscrolling Can Make Cravings Stronger

    782 words|3.9 min read|

    Many people in Pennsylvania and beyond describe feeling mentally wired and emotionally drained after scrolling through the news or social media. They close their phone [...]

  • Young woman going throught her finances at home

    Is Outpatient Mental Health Treatment Covered by Pennsylvania Insurance Plans?

    873 words|4.4 min read|

    When someone begins looking into mental health treatment, insurance is often one of the biggest sources of confusion. Many people are unsure what their plan [...]

  • Young adult woman sits, talking with therapist during a counseling session.

    IOP vs PHP vs Weekly Therapy: How Do I Know What I Need?

    854 words|4.3 min read|

    If you are considering mental health treatment in Pennsylvania, it is common to feel overwhelmed by the different levels of care. Terms like IOP, PHP [...]

  • Worried man feeling sad after having a fight with his girlfriend in the living room.

    What Is Dissociation, Depersonalization and Derealization?

    585 words|2.9 min read|

    Mental health symptoms can be confusing, especially when they affect how you experience yourself, your surroundings or your sense of reality. For many individuals in [...]

  • Young woman with shopping addiction after recently getting sober.

    When One Addiction Ends and Another Begins

    687 words|3.4 min read|

    Why sobriety sometimes leads to new compulsions Getting sober is a major accomplishment. It takes effort, discomfort, honesty and courage. But many people who achieve [...]

  • Asian young woman stressing alone on sofa at night.

    What Is the Difference Between a Panic Attack and an Anxiety Attack 

    775 words|3.9 min read|

    Understanding the Symptoms, Causes and When to Seek Support  Many people use the terms panic attack and anxiety attack interchangably. Both can be overwhelming, both [...]

  • 9 Tips for Balancing Work and Recovery

    676 words|3.4 min read|

    Returning to work while in recovery is entirely possible. Many people rebuild their lives, support their families, and continue their careers while staying committed to [...]

  • Friends toasting with wine and beer at rustic dinner party

    Coping with Holiday Parties and Alcohol Temptation

    756 words|3.8 min read|

    The holidays are a time of joy, connection, and celebration—but for people in recovery, they can also bring unexpected challenges. Family gatherings, festive drinks, and [...]