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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 facts about post-COVID stress and mental health
Since its emergence in late 2019, disease specialists have been frantically trying to understand the Coronavirus and how to stop…
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…
The mental health effects of COVID-19
COVID-19 continues to threaten public health, and not just from new infections. Some people who have recovered from the disease…
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…
Keeping your child safe with positive parenting
The recent suicides of two St. Lawrence County teenagers within weeks of each other have brought attention to cyber sextortion…
Top ten myths about mental health
For many reasons, mental health disorders are often misunderstood. Some films, books, news reports, and other media have spread misconceptions…
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…
Relieving postpartum anxiety
Before and after the birth of a child, some anxiety is completely normal. Especially in the first few weeks of…
Positive parenting during challenging times
Research is beginning to show the impact of the current COVID-19 pandemic on children. In fact, two-thirds of children in…
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