Proactive Planning for Substance Misuse in the Workplace

The workplace serves as a crucial setting for addressing substance misuse. It is imperative to provide a structured environment which can counteract the shame and blame often associated with substance misuse. Whether it manifests through excessive drinking, misusing prescription medications, or engaging with illegal drugs, substance misuse can have devastating effects on both individual health […]

Positive Strategies for Managing Anxiety

There is no one reason anxiety has increased in the U.S. Complex experiences, brain chemistry, genetic predisposition, poor sleep, and other life stressors can increase symptoms of anxiety. Statistics indicate that about forty million adults in the U.S. will navigate anxiety at some point in their lives. Edmund Bourne, Ph.D., author of Coping with Anxiety, […]

The Power of Social Connection for our Mental Health

The importance of social connection became a global topic when we navigated lockdown during the COVID pandemic. However, isolation and loneliness are not new mental health concerns. Gallup reports almost a quarter of the world feels lonely. Research shows that loneliness is associated with elevated risk for a wide range of physical and mental health […]