Physical Wellness for First Responders
To be a first responder is considered to be one of the hardest, both mentally and physically, jobs that currently exist. When tragedy strikes, first responders are there to jump …
Mental Health
The Role of Trauma in Mental Health and Addiction
Trauma is typically the root cause of many types of mental disorders and substance abuse disorders. This blog will discuss the role of trauma and how it impacts a person’s …
Impulsive BPD – What You Need to Know
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a severe mental health disorder where the person displays consistent instability in their self-image and interpersonal relationships. This condition is first observed in early adulthood. …
Is Ketamine Treatment Right For Me?
Ketamine is an FDA-approved medication that can help with various conditions, including depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Although it was originally developed as an animal tranquilizer, ketamine has been …
Benefits of Having a Treatment Team Passionate About Mental Health and Physical Wellness
While undergoing a treatment plan, the process can seem scary and overwhelming. The journey to recovery is often fraught with doubts and the fear of failure. Yet, there is a …
Taking Care of Sleep Hygiene for Your Mental Health
Sleep is perhaps one of the most important functions of the human body. You spend a significant portion of your life asleep, and sleeping is when the body takes time …
How Do I Fight the Stigma of Mental Illness?
Mental illness remains one of the most misunderstood and stigmatized illnesses in North America. The general public lacks knowledge about how mental illnesses affect people and how we can treat …
PTSI vs. PTSD: The Stigma of Having a Mental Health Disorder in First Responders
First responders are regarded as some of the bravest, but most overworked occupations in North America. Routinely, these workers run into highly stressful and dangerous situations to save lives but …
Microdosing Psilocybin for Mental Health Recovery
Most people in the USA do not know what psilocybin is, and it is easy to see why. Psilocybin, in a nutshell, is the molecule found in psychedelic mushrooms, a …
What Are the Stigmas Preventing First Responders From Seeking Help?
First responders are the heroes of our communities. They experience unthinkable things on a daily basis. While mentally and emotionally strong, what happens when the work starts to get to …