The Public Health Case for Needle Exchanges Services
Needle exchange programs, or Syringe Services Programs (SSPs), are vital public health services providing sterile needles, safe disposal, and connect people to medical care. They are highly effective at preventing diseases, overdose deaths, and guiding individuals toward treatment (Karsten, 2023).
More Good Days, Together đź’š
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It was founded in 1949 by Mental Health America (MHA) to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote wellness for all.
D is for Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
đź§ Understanding Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) in Children and Adolescents
Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD) is a condition in which
Self-Care During the Holidays
Why It Matters (and What Research Says)
Trigger Warning: discussion of suicide
The holiday season is often labeled as the
C is for Caffeine Withdrawal
Yes, Caffeine Withdrawal is an official diagnosis in the DSM-5-TR!
Caffeine is the most widely consumed psychoactive substance
B is for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
“I told her once I wasn’t good at anything. She told me survival is a talent.”
― Susanna Kaysen, Girl,
September, the month of Suicide Prevention
TRIGGER WARNING - DISCUSSION OF SUICIDE
September quietly carries deep meaning for millions of people. It's not just about
We're Back Soon – Sorry for the Silence!
Hey everyone,
Apologies for the recent radio silence. Things have been a bit hectic behind the scenes, and I haven’
Let's go do some 'burnouts' in the work parking lot.
Therapists are burnt out; but that’s not their clients’ fault.
Should I be talking to a therapist?
Taking that first step toward starting therapy can be a scary. Many people wonder if there needs to be a