mother talking to child about drug prevention

Talking to Children About Drug Prevention

Drug addiction does not discriminate; it affects people of all ages, races, genders, nationalities, professions, and socioeconomic classes. It is never too early to start talking to your children about the dangers of drug use and how they can make healthier choices in their life. October 23-31 is Red Ribbon Week and an excellent time…

diverse women laughing and supporting each other in ARFID recovery

Tackling Cravings in Addiction Recovery

Addiction recovery is a process; it does not happen overnight. It takes time for the body and brain to heal and for individuals to adapt to lifestyle changes. Through treatment for addiction recovery, women and men can build the strategies and routines they need for a substance-free lifestyle, but they may still experience challenges such…

women eating healthy in recovery of avoidant and restrictive food intake disorder

What is Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)?

When people think of eating disorders, the two most common conditions that come to mind are anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. However, these are not the only eating disorders that exist. There are actually several conditions that all fall under the umbrella of eating disorders. Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder is one of these conditions, and…