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Recognizing Long-Term Alcohol Abuse

Alcohol abuse is a severe problem in the United States. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), about 16 million adults in the United States have an alcohol use disorder (AUD). That’s a staggering statistic, and it doesn’t even include underage drinkers or individuals who abuse alcohol but don’t develop AUD.…

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Recognizing Suicide Prevention Day

Launched in 2003 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) with the World Health Organization (WHO) endorsement, World Suicide Prevention Day is recognized annually on September 10th to promote worldwide action to prevent suicide. Experts estimate that nearly 3,000 people a day, or one million per year, die by suicide. The connections between suicide,…

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Does Mental Health Play a Role in Addiction?

Mental illness encompasses a broad range of health conditions that affect a person’s emotions, mood, thinking, and behavior to the degree that it negatively impacts their daily functioning. It can be acute, coming on quickly and lasting for a short time, or chronic, where symptoms are long-lasting and persistent. There is clear evidence to support…

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The Importance of Mental Health Awareness Month

Since 1949, May has been recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. This effort aims to educate the public about the wide-reaching impacts of mental illness and reduce its stigma. Throughout the month, organizations work together to advocate for policies that support people suffering from mental illness and their families. This initiative…