The terms sadness and depression are often interchanged. However, there are significant differences between these two emotional states. Sadness is defined as feeling unhappy, disconsolate, or sorrowful. It’s a natural human reaction to something painful or unwanted. It is a temporary condition that occurs in response to specific events or situations. In contrast, medical experts […]

For those in recovery, holidays are a significant stressor, even without the added pressure of a global pandemic. Being in recovery during the holidays can be tricky, especially when many of the mainstays used to cope are out of reach. It is both a blessing and a curse to be stuck indoors away from family, […]

The current pandemic has caused an onslaught of dilemmas for Americans everywhere, affecting different facets of society from housing to education and the economy. Among these is an epidemic often forgotten about by the masses: opioid addiction.   The pandemic has only worsened the situation for those who are already struggling. Access to support groups, […]

As a society, we have gone too long without giving ourselves the necessary care and attention we deserve to stay healthy and happy. Burning the candle at both ends makes for quick results, but long-term losses. The real benefits of self-care come from making a dedicated ritual out of the simple pleasures in life. So, […]