A Bridge from Treatment to Independent, Purpose-Driven Living Transitioning from intensive residential care to full independence is a critical phase in recovery. At New Roads Behavioral Health, the Transitional Living Program serves as that essential bridge—offering...
Mental illness and addiction are among the most complex challenges individuals and families face. For those living with severe and persistent conditions—like borderline personality disorder, schizophrenia, or treatment-resistant depression—the path to healing can feel...
International Overdose Awareness Day, commemorated on August 31st, is a global event dedicated to raising awareness about overdose and reducing the stigma associated with drug-related deaths. For mental health advocates, this day holds particular significance as the...
Anxiety can take a toll on various aspects of our lives, including relationships. When anxious thoughts and feelings arise, they can disrupt the communication between partners, causing misunderstanding and conflict. However, by developing effective communication...
What is narcissistic personality disorder (NPD)? The word narcissism gets tossed around a lot in our selfie-obsessed, celebrity-driven culture, often to describe someone who seems excessively vain or full of themselves. But in psychological terms, narcissism doesn’t...
For many of us, drinking alcohol socially can lighten our mood, reduce the stress we feel, and can even help us feel closer to others—at least for a while. While the short-term relaxation and mood enhancing effects of alcohol may not lead to misuse for many people,...
