Many believe that people with substance abuse problems aren’t able to hold down jobs, but substance abuse statistics show that this is a false statement. An estimated 70% of the more than 14.8 million people who use illegal drugs work at least part-time, and nearly a quarter of all respondents to a survey reported having…
When people begin to ask, “is a recession coming?” it’s natural to feel nervous. Financial health plays a role in well-being, as a job loss, steep inflation, and other factors can bring stress and lead to issues like food insecurity. A turbulent stock market and other economic factors can become more than a simple worry…
Choosing to live a healthy lifestyle and remain sober requires a significant shift in priorities. Focusing more on a growth mindset can help you build a foundation for sobriety as we get closer to New Year 2022 and beyond. Understanding the differences between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset is also essential in helping…
When the news broke that Carrie Fisher had drugs in her system when she died, some people were quick to jump to the conclusion that this was just another tragic example of a celebrity’s life gone too soon by addiction. But the world needs more activists like Carrie Fisher. Why? She wasn’t your typical Hollywood…
One in five. That’s not a representation of how many New Yorkers own cars or how many walk to work. It’s an approximation of how many city residents experience a mental health issue each year. The Impact Of Mental Illness And Substance Abuse Even knowing one in five people suffer from a mental disorder cannot…