Why Am I Agitated?
Agitation is a sense of inward stress and restiveness that can give you a surplus of nervous energy and put you on edge. When you get agitated, you may...
04Mar
What Makes Anxiety Worse?
If you struggle with anxiety, you already know it can be a self-perpetuating cycle, since the thoughts and feelings that cause your symptoms are anxiety-inducing in and of themselves....
24Feb
The Benefits of Fentanyl Test Strips
Fentanyl is an extremely potent, dangerous opioid – in fact, it is the deadliest opioid drug in the world. Today, it is to blame for more than half of all overdose...
15Feb
How to Deal with Black and White Thinking
Are you an all-or-nothing kind of person? Do you find yourself flipping back and forth between strong emotions? You may be caught in a cycle of black and white...
08Feb
IV Drug Use: How to Tell If Someone is Shooting Up
Are They Shooting Up? When someone you love begins to look and act differently, you may be concerned that they’ve developed a substance use disorder. Sometimes, physical changes and erratic...
02Feb
How to Stop a Panic Attack
If you’ve ever experienced panic attacks, you know how frightening they can be. Your heart races, your vision blurs, and you breathe erratically. This feeling of intense fear may...
24Jan
Cognitive Dissonance: When Your Actions Don’t Match Your Intentions
Have you ever felt guilty about something you said or did, especially if that action was done while under the influence? It may be because of cognitive dissonance. This psychological...
18Jan
Covert Narcissism in Relationships
Overt vs Covert Narcissism When you hear the word “narcissist,” you probably picture someone who always has to be the center of attention. This need for admiration can sometimes reach...
12Jan
What to Do When You’re Depressed
If you’re like the majority of Americans, you’ve had a tough few years. COVID-19 has cast a shadow over all aspects of our lives. Maybe you’ve lost loved ones...
