Self-harm, also called nonsuicidal self-injury, is not technically a mental health disorder. Rather, it is considered a negative coping mechanism. It often indicates an underlying [...]

There are various ways our minds operate in order to make sense of the world. Based on our experiences, we all have what are called [...]

Holiday celebrations can be a challenge for those in recovery from addiction. Whether you've only been sober for a few months or you have years [...]

Drinking plays a role in countless holiday traditions, from wine with dinner on Thanksgiving to eggnog at Christmas and champagne when toasting the new year. [...]

The most wonderful time of the year is right around the corner, with Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hannukah, Kwanza, New Year's Eve and other festive cultural and [...]

You may have heard about an herbal supplement known as kratom. Derived from a Southeast Asian tree, this supplement has sparked controversy over the past [...]

With the change of seasons, usually from fall to winter, many individuals struggle with a depressed mood, formally called seasonal depressive disorder, and informally referred [...]

Mental health counseling is a great tool for helping teens work through whatever is troubling them. However, it can be difficult to know if a [...]

Schizophrenia is a chronic mental health disorder that affects an individual’s thoughts, perceptions, emotions, and daily functioning. Some of the most recognizable symptoms are hallucinations, [...]

It’s unfortunately common to read or hear about heroin related overdoses in the news. Some of us may even have a friend or loved one [...]

Post-traumatic stress disorder, commonly known as PTSD, is a type of anxiety disorder that is triggered by a traumatic event. It is commonly associated with [...]

Most often, when we think about DUI charges, we think of driving while under the influence of alcohol or illegal substances. But can you also [...]