The Relationship Between Seasonal Affective Disorder and COVID-19
As the days get shorter and the seasons begin changing, many residents of the Pacific Northwest worry about the winter ahead. For more than 3 million Americans, the colder...
05Oct
Mental Illness Myths | Mental Illness Awareness Week
Yesterday marked the start of Mental Illness Awareness Week: a yearly observance during which we address the stigma surrounding depression, anxiety, and other diagnoses. We hope that through our...
22Sep
Deferred Prosecution and Legal Support in Washington State
Addiction leads to countless consequences – relational, professional, financial, and even legal. Lakeside-Milam is state-approved and the largest provider of court-monitored services in Washington. We believe in helping the client...
18Sep
Study: Benzodiazepines and Alcohol Involved in Opioid Overdose Deaths
Most people know that certain substances do not go together, and that using them at the same time may have life-threatening consequences. Chief among these substances are benzodiazepines, alcohol,...
11Sep
How COVID-19 Has Shifted Our Perception of Time
Over the past six months, the novel coronavirus has changed our lives in countless ways. Perhaps the strangest universal experience is a shift in our perception of time –...
03Sep
Observing National Recovery Month
This September marks the 31st annual National Recovery Month: a nationwide observance to educate Americans about the ways that substance use treatment and mental health services can help people...
28Aug
Seattle Plans to Address Link Between Addiction & Homelessness
Seattle’s Homeless Crisis The city of Seattle is facing homelessness at an unprecedented level; as of the last count, there are over 12,500 people living on the streets or in...
21Aug
How Addiction Affects Your Ability to Concentrate
Addiction is a chronic, progressive disease of the brain. It affects all of the mind’s functions, including your ability to learn, commit events to memory, and concentrate. At its...
11Aug
Researchers Recommend Workplace Training for Drug & Alcohol Abuse
The workplace offers unique advantages as a setting for preventative efforts which address drug and alcohol abuse. Educational sessions in this environment may reach a broader audience, including populations...
