Mental Health

Self-Care Tips for Summer: Protecting Your Mental Health and Recovery

Self-Care Tips for Summer: Protecting Your Mental Health and Recovery

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Summer often brings longer days, vacations, outdoor activities, and opportunities to spend more time with friends and family.  While many people look forward to the season, changes in routine can also create unexpected challenges for those managing mental health conditions or working toward recovery from addiction. Social gatherings may revolve around alcohol, travel can interrupt […]

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PTSD Awareness Month: Understanding the Connection Between Trauma and Addiction

PTSD Awareness Month: Understanding the Connection Between Trauma and Addiction

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Each June, PTSD Awareness Month shines a light on a condition that affects millions of Americans.  While many people associate post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with military service, PTSD can develop after any traumatic experience, including abuse, neglect, violence, accidents, medical emergencies, natural disasters, or the loss of a loved one. PTSD can have a significant

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Mental Health Awareness Month in Worcester County

Mental Health Awareness Month in Worcester County: Why Local Awareness Matters

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Mental Health Awareness Month is observed every May to encourage conversations about emotional wellbeing, mental illness, and the importance of seeking support.  While mental health awareness is important everywhere, it is especially relevant for communities throughout Worcester County and Central Massachusetts. In this area, many residents continue facing barriers to care, housing instability, addiction, and

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Women’s Equality Day: Addressing Unique Challenges in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery

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As we observe Women’s Equality Day, we rightly celebrate the achievements of women who have fought for and won the right to have their voices heard and their place in society recognized. Yet, the fight for true equality is ongoing, and it extends into the critical realm of addiction and mental health. While the conversation

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Is PTSD a Disability

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Those who struggle with PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) often have difficulties in daily life – with their job, in relationships, completing tasks and much more. If you have PTSD, you might be wondering if it is a disability, especially if you struggle a lot with holding down a job or getting things accomplished in life.

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