Exploring the Diverse Pathways of Recovery
Recovery is a deeply personal journey, unique to everyone. It’s a path that can take many forms with no one-size-fits-all…
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Prescription Drug Misuse: Understanding the Risks and Solutions for Future
At Citizen Advocates, we recognize the critical importance of addressing prescription drug misuse, a widespread issue affecting individuals of all…
Citizen Advocates celebrates opening of Watertown Behavioral Health Campus
Celebrating the ribbon cutting to mark the opening of the Citizen Advocates Watertown Behavioral Health Campus were Assemblyman Scott Gray;…
The Heroin Epidemic: Understanding the Crisis and Finding Solutions
The heroin epidemic has left a trail of destruction across the United States. This post will delve into the nature…
Recreational Marijuana – Understanding what it all means
As the laws continue to change regarding legalization of marijuana, it can be confusing to understand what it all means.…
Despite COVID delays, Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center back on track
Citizen Advocates is pleased to announce the upcoming opening of a new Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center in Ogdensburg, New…
How eating disorders affect your mind, body and health
When someone develops a feeding or eating disorder, the reasons why may go beyond comparisons to the skewed modern standards…
The difficulties of digital addiction
What is digital addiction? The Hazelden Betty Ford Organization defines digital addiction as a behavioral addiction (i.e., non-substance addiction) that…
How to become a mental health counselor, clinician or therapist
Making a positive impact on others as a mental health clinician, counselor, or therapist can be a rewarding experience. Let’s…
What to expect at your first mental health or substance use disorder visit
If you’re wrestling with addiction or mental health issues, and have a desire to feel better, the best way to…
Depression in men – The courage to open up
In 1979, The Cure released their hit song, Boys Don’t Cry. While its title is obviously untrue, the name of…
What are mental health and addiction?
Addiction and mental health are separate conditions, but they can also be linked. To understand the relationship between them better,…
