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Car Accidents and PTSD: How To Treat Accident Trauma
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Car Accidents and PTSD: How To Treat Accident Trauma

When many of us think about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), our attention may turn towards military veterans. Service men and women are regularly faced with challenges that can be life-threatening, and even when not in direct combat, the stress of the military can take an enormous toll. However, PTSD can also affect people involved…

Drinking Responsibly: The Signs of Alcohol Poisoning
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Drinking Responsibly: The Signs of Alcohol Poisoning

Would you know what signs to watch for if someone close to you had alcohol poisoning? Alcohol poisoning (or alcohol overdose) occurs when someone consumes a lethal level of alcohol, typically after binge drinking. One of the biggest myths about alcohol poisoning is that it only affects college students and underage drinkers. Although these groups…

How We Help Families Choose the Best Drug Addiction Treatment Facility
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How We Help Families Choose the Best Drug Addiction Treatment Facility

Choosing the right treatment facility is one of the most important decisions a family can make for a loved one who is struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction or a mental health disorder. It’s also one of the most challenging decisions for a family to navigate. In the last decade, addiction has become a…

Creating a Yes: The Importance of an Intervention Letter

Creating a Yes: The Importance of an Intervention Letter

The advice has become exceedingly popular: “write a letter.” In a time of struggle or confusion, many therapists, coaches, and teachers often advise this practice to help people get clear on things. Sometimes the letter is written to another person; sometimes it’s written to a younger or older self. Since these letters are rarely shared,…