by newroads | Jan 30, 2023 | Anxiety Recovery, Depression, Men's Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, mental illness, PTSD, Self Harm
Help! How hard is it to say that word? According to a new study in the journal Psychological Science, it can be difficult; even though most people are naturally inclined to help others, many of us struggle to reach out when we’re in need, the Stanford...
by newroads | Jan 20, 2023 | Anxiety Recovery, Depression, Men's Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, mental illness, PTSD, Self Harm
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,...
by newroads | Jan 6, 2023 | Anxiety Recovery, Depression, Men's Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, mental illness, PTSD, Self Harm
Mental health should always be a priority, and it’s especially important in these challenging times filled with health concerns amidst a pandemic, economic woes, and societal upheaval. Mental health checkups aren’t really a thing but given the rising rates of...
by newroads | Jan 6, 2023 | Addiction Treatment, Anxiety Recovery, Depression, Distress Tolerance, Family Of An Addict, Family Therapy, Finding Help
For many of us, spending the holidays with family brings us comfort and joy. For others, holiday family time is anything but good tidings. From the stress of travel to the pressures of gift-giving, the holidays can trigger a flurry of bad habits and feelings that...
by newroads | Jan 6, 2023 | Anxiety Management, Depression, Family Of An Addict, Family Therapy, Finding Help
Dysfunctional families are fertile ground for neglect, abuse, secrecy, addiction, or denial. In these family systems, children’s emotional needs go unmet because the parents’ needs take precedence. One or both parents might be suffering from a substance use...
by newroads | Jan 1, 2023 | Anxiety Recovery, Depression, Men's Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment, mental illness, PTSD, Self Harm
After the busy festive period, the New Year can be an excellent time for a fresh start, and a chance to begin the year with a healthy mind-set. You may already have some ideas for New Year’s resolutions – you may be planning on joining a gym, spending more time with...