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Is Substance Abuse a Mental Health Issue?

December 29, 2022 Posted in: News Release

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) classifies substance use disorders as a type of mental health disorder. Over time, a substance use... Continue reading →

Warning Signs of Mental Health Issues in Older Adults

December 28, 2022 Posted in: News Release

Mental health issues in older adults can happen for a variety of reasons. By learning to recognize the signs and symptoms, you can take the first step in getting... Continue reading →

Men’s Mental Health: What You Need to Know

June 10, 2022 Posted in: News Release

In the United States, 21% of adults experienced some type of mental illness in 2020. Over a lifetime, the percentage of people who need men’... Continue reading →

PTSD in Healthcare Professionals

June 10, 2022 Posted in: News Release

Many people think about soldiers and assault victims when they hear the term post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In reality, PTSD is a problem for a wide variety of people. And because of the difficult,... Continue reading →

LGBTQ+ Community and Mental Health

June 9, 2022 Posted in: News Release

While being a part of the LGBTQ+ community can be a source of strength and inspiration, it can also pose some challenges. Mental health issues can arise because of the unique risk factors faced by community members.... Continue reading →

The Benefits & Successes of Mental Health Outpatient Services at Stepping Stones

April 13, 2022 Posted in: News Release

People with mental health challenges can sometimes feel alone in their struggles. By taking part in an outpatient program at Stepping... Continue reading →

New Year: Why Don’t I Feel Happier?

January 26, 2022 Posted in: Announcement

The beginning of the year is often associated with high expectations of happiness and enthusiasm to find joy and contentment. But these feelings can create... Continue reading →

Impact of COVID-19 on Anxiety: Situational Anxiety vs Anxiety Disorder

January 26, 2022 Posted in: Announcement

The years 2020 and 2021 have been ones we will never forget, as so many lives were turned upside down with the mention of a new virus: COVID-19. The changes that... Continue reading →

4 Signs You Grew Up in a Toxic Family and How to Overcome it

January 26, 2022 Posted in: Announcement

Psychological trauma is not always a result of growing up in a toxic family environment, although it can be a contributing factor. A child can experience a car accident... Continue reading →

Healthy Coping Skills for PTSD

January 26, 2022 Posted in: Announcement

It is common to experience intense responses, including stress, anxiety, flashbacks, or insomnia after experiencing traumatic events. There are many types of incidents that... Continue reading →

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