t is important to never assume that just because celebrities look happy and make a lot of money that they do not have underlying issues. Luckily, there are many celebrities who are willing to let the public know that they have a disorder in order to bring more awareness to it and let the public know they are not alone.
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How to Make it Through the Holiday Abroad
Traveling abroad can be hard but not impossible when you are in recovery at first. Some people use traveling as an excuse to take a vacation from their recovery because of all of the triggers that could surround them. Click here to learn more.
Job Loss Due to Mental Health Costing UK £99 Billion
One of the many devastating side effects of struggling with a mental illness is the difficulty in keeping a job. Job loss due to mental health issues is costing the UK big money and requires some administrative attention.
Foods to Eat in the Winter to Improve Mental Health
Diet and nutrition are important to your overall wellbeing and certainly for mental health. Here are some foods to eat in the winter to improve mental health and overall wellness.
Books to Read to Help with Recovery
The struggle to change your daily life and adapt to sober living can be daunting, so we’ve suggested a few books to read to help with recovery. Enjoy!
The Eight Phases of EMDR
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a form of psychotherapy to help people reprocess painful, unresolved memories such as people who have PTSD.
Signs of Mental Health to Watch Out For
It’s important that we all look out for one another to ensure optimal health and happiness. These are the signs of mental health to watch out for if a loved one is in recovery.
Boredom in Recovery
Boredom is a well known trigger for relapse in addiction recovery, therefore learning to deal with boredom in recovery so as not to seek out the entertainment or escape of drugs is key to maintaining long term sobriety.
Risks and Benefits of Virtual Therapy
Suitable therapy and recovery programs are a necessity for patients breaking the cycle of addiction, but not everyone can attend physical rehab clinics and therefore rely on virtual therapy programs.
Guided Therapeutic Imagery
Meditation and mindfulness are powerful tools in addiction recovery and Guided Therapeutic Imagery can help patients elucidate complex problems so they can face them head on.
More Mental Health TED Talks to Enjoy – Part 2 of a Series
Educating yourself with internet resources is a boon of the modern age, so explore these mental health TED Talks and expand your understanding of the changing landscape of mental health treatment worldwide.
How the Ocean Affects Mental Illness
Our environment has a tremendous impact on our mental health in ways we don’t even realize. Learn how the ocean affects mental illness and how you can prepare yourself to deal with those effects.