What Makes Gambling So Addictive?
Recently there has been a steep rise in the amount of gambling advertisements on all types of media. While many claim not to be “gambling” sites (not exactly sure how they’re able to justify this; even if no actual money is being transmitted the randomness of the games is gambling for our brains) and all of them have a “consume responsibility” disclaimer, nevertheless we are being exposed to this messaging and it has an impact.
Dealing with Grief and Death by Suicide Resources
I wish I could say I had not been touched by grief and loss but, of course, I am a human being and have been. Some of the most poignant losses in my life were those who died by suicide. With someone who dies of natural causes or disease, there can be regret when looking back on memories of the relationship and wishing that something different had been said or done. Sometimes people have been able to reconcile the bigger instances of challenge with that person before they died and can have more peace and acceptance.
Using Bilateral Stimulation to Deal with Big Emotions
DBT Can Help Feelings Be Less Scary
Self-Care During the Holidays
The Basics of Any 12-Step Program
The Importance of Making the Bed
Perfectionism
The Problem with the Geographical Cure
Sobriety vs. Recovery
5 Steps to Healing from Codependency
How to Recover from Burnout
The Top Myths About Feelings
The ABC’s of Dealing with Conflict and Triggers
The Top 5 Areas Addiction Impacts After Alcohol & Drugs
The Many Reasons for Estrangement
Food-Our Collective Drug
Coping with the Ugly News
How it Feels On the Good Side of a Narcissist