Trauma Reminders and the Urge to Drink: What a New PTSD Study Shows
A song on the radio. A smell in a hallway. An anniversary date on the calendar. For people living with trauma, a reminder can show up out of nowhere, and the feelings that come with it can be fast and heavy. For many of us in recovery, that is exactly the moment an old thought […]
It Runs in the Family, But It Can Stop With You
Generational trauma can run in your family without having to run in you. A Sunday sermon on broken families, saying I’m sorry, and breaking the chain.
Gabapentin: Safer Than Opioids, Riskier Together
Gabapentin is one of the most commonly prescribed medicines in the country. Doctors use it for seizures, nerve pain after shingles, restless legs, and a long list of other problems. Plenty of people in recovery have a bottle of it in the medicine cabinet, and many of them were told it’s “safe” or “not addictive.” … Read more
Feelings Aren’t Facts!
Managing emotions in recovery starts with a pause. Learn to name a strong feeling, check the facts, and choose your next move instead of reacting.
Over 40 Years in Human Services Taught Me to Ask One Question About AI: Who Profits From the Data?
This article first appeared on my LinkedIn. I have worked in human services for over 40 years. I’ve witnessed significant change in so many areas of the field. AI is the newest, and the one practitioners argue about most. Here’s where I stand and how I got here. A ZERO percent success rate Early […]
A Beacon of Hope
In Ohio, a concerning statistic reveals that 19 individuals lose their lives daily to suicide or drug overdose. This alarming rate underscores a pressing need for a proactive approach to mental health, moving beyond reactive measures. Recognizing this urgent necessity, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center has embarked on a groundbreaking mental health study, […]