• Cancel culture depicted in a pencil erasing a silhouette of a person

    Cancel Culture & Social Media: How It’s Hurting Our Teens

    875 words|4.4 min read|

    Teenagers use many phrases amongst themselves, which may leave parents feeling a little out of the loop. In a world of phrases like “That’s fire,” [...]

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    Does Hypnotherapy Work for Mental Health? 

    620 words|3.1 min read|

    Hypnotherapy, a form of guided hypnosis, has long intrigued both the public and medical professionals as a potential treatment for various mental health conditions. While [...]

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    5 Ways Mental Health Treatment Improves Your Well-Being 

    605 words|3 min read|

    Mental health is a crucial aspect of our overall well-being, influencing how we think, feel and act in our daily lives. When mental health issues [...]

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    Why Do People with Depression Suffer in Silence? 

    741 words|3.7 min read|

    Depression is a pervasive and debilitating condition affecting millions of people worldwide. Despite its prevalence, many individuals struggle silently with this mental health disorder, often [...]

  • Frustrated middle age man sitting in armchair and solving his mental problems while having therapy session with african female psychologist

    What Is Evidence-Based Treatment in Substance Abuse and Mental Health Care? 

    679 words|3.4 min read|

    In the context of substance abuse and mental health treatment, the phrase "evidence-based treatment" is frequently mentioned. But what does this term truly mean, and [...]

  • African American male sitting with hands clasped during a counseling session in a partial hospitalization program

    Partial Hospitalization Programs: A Vital Step in Mental Health and Substance Abuse Recovery 

    731 words|3.7 min read|

    Recovery from mental health issues and substance abuse often requires a structured and supportive approach. Partial hospitalization programs (PHPs) play a crucial role in this [...]

  • Man holding his throat after its sore from smoking weed

    Sore Throat After Smoking Weed: Understanding the Causes and Remedies 

    652 words|3.3 min read|

    Smoking marijuana comes with some side effects. One common issue many users experience is a sore throat after smoking weed. Understand the reasons behind this [...]

  • Women with bloodshot eyes after smoking marijuana

    Why Does Marijuana Make Your Eyes Red?

    727 words|3.6 min read|

    Marijuana consumption has a range of effects on the body, one of the most noticeable being red eyes. If you’ve ever wondered why marijuana makes [...]

  • Zoomed in eye pupil that's small from drinking alcohol

    Does Alcohol Make Your Pupils Small? Understanding the Effects of Alcohol on Pupil Size

    694 words|3.5 min read|

    Alcohol is known for its myriad effects on the body, including its impact on our vision. One question that often arises is: does alcohol make [...]

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    Is Nicotine a Stimulant or a Depressant?

    705 words|3.5 min read|

    What is Nicotine? Nicotine is a naturally occurring alkaloid found in the tobacco plant. It is the primary psychoactive ingredient in tobacco products such as [...]

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    Are Ritalin and Adderall the Same?

    687 words|3.4 min read|

    Both Ritalin and Adderall are medications commonly prescribed to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Although they serve similar purposes, their chemical compositions, [...]

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    What is Harm Reduction?

    699 words|3.5 min read|

    Harm reduction is a public health strategy aimed at minimizing the negative consequences associated with various high-risk behaviors, particularly drug use. Instead of insisting on [...]