Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy
Rational emotive behavioral therapy, also known as REBT, rational therapy, and rational emotive therapy, was created and developed by American psychotherapist Dr. Albert Ellis in the 1950s. It is a branch of psychotherapy that helps people to work through their emotional and behavioral problems, with the end and ultimate goal of effectively teaching them to […]
Take a Retreat
Have you ever thought about going on a retreat? It might be the best thing for you! While you may be thinking, “Hey, I already went on a retreat – I went to rehab!,” Well, that isn’t quite the same thing. Now that you are clean and sober and well along your path to recovery, […]
Klonopin Withdrawal Symptoms and Side Effects
Klonopin, also referred to as clonazepam, is a benzodiazepine medication commonly used to treat anxiety and seizures. It is generally not intended for long-term use; however, Klonopin addiction and abuse sometimes occur. In these scenarios, an individual becomes physically and psychologically dependent on Klonopin. He or she may also experience Klonopin withdrawal. What Is Klonopin […]
Xanax and Alcohol: Risks and Side Effects
Xanax and alcohol are dangerous on their own. When mixing Xanax and alcohol, the consequences can be fatal. To better understand the consequences of mixing Xanax and alcohol, let’s take a look at both drugs, how they work, and their short- and long-term side effects. What Is Xanax? Xanax is a short-acting drug that promotes […]
Mixing Adderall and Alcohol Dangers and Risks
Adderall and alcohol are two commonly abused drugs. To better understand Adderall and alcohol, let’s examine both drugs in-detail. What Is Adderall Abuse? Adderall is a stimulant used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a brain disorder that makes it difficult for a person to focus or manage impulsive behaviors. It often helps ADHD patients pay […]
Celebrities Who Battled Alcoholism or a Drug Addiction in 2018
Alcoholism or a drug addiction are problems that plague millions of people globally – even celebrities. To better understand alcoholism and drug addiction – and how to identify and address these issues – let’s take a look at several celebrities who battled alcohol or drug addictions in 2018: Demi Lovato Actress and singer Demi Lovato […]
Drug Use at Music Festivals: What You Need to Know
Drug use is a major problem at music festivals worldwide. In fact, a TickPick survey of more than 1,000 attendees of well-known music festivals ranked the top substances used at music festivals: Alcohol (75.5%) Marijuana (38.8%) MDMA/Molly/Ecstasy (13.0%) Mushrooms (8.5%) LSD (8.0%) Cocaine (7.3%) Opioids (3.8%) Additionally, the TickPick survey highlighted the greatest substance prevalence […]
Breaking Free from Social Media
Although social media is something that has really only obtained a foothold in our society over the past decade or so, in that short time, it has unfortunately become a problem for many. Certainly, social media has a great deal to offer us in way of personal expression, relationships, networking, and connections, but it has […]
Psilocybin Legalization Efforts
Activists in both Oregon and Denver are hard at work right now to legalize psilocybin, or “magic mushrooms.” This may sound a little unconventional and unexpected at first glance, but their reasons are strong and true, and they have the best interests of mental health in mind. Although many people may think of psilocybin simply […]
New Years Resolutions
As many as 40% of Americans make New Year’s resolutions at the start of a new year, but sadly, some studies suggest that 80% of those resolutions fail by February. Those statistics are certainly interesting to consider. Why do so many people want to make a change, and why does their resolve to do so […]