by Anthony Myers | Jun 19, 2018 | Mental Health
Anthony Bourdain was the best of the best in many fields – from the kitchen to the media to books and more. He advocated for so much and brought a rise of excitement in everything he did. So, what happened? According to CNN, Anthony Bourdain was working in...
by Anthony Myers | May 25, 2018 | Alcohol Abuse, Mental Health
We all know people who drink alcohol to change their moods. We might have done this ourselves. People might drink because they’re depressed and feel that alcohol can boost their spirits (no pun intended), or they might be anxious and think that drinking can help calm...
by Anthony Myers | May 21, 2018 | Drug Addiction, Health and Wellness, Mental Health
She is, arguably, one of the most famous female singer-songwriters of the 20th century. With an unmistakable voice and a highly successful career, she also had an addiction to Klonopin. Placed on the drug by a therapist to help her battle her addiction to...
by Anthony Myers | May 11, 2018 | Drug Addiction, Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Recovery
A sense of humor has long been lauded as a positive approach to life, and we have all heard that laughter is the best medicine. But, are humor and laughter really good for us? And, can we rely on them to help us when we really need some help? The research says yes to...
by Anthony Myers | Apr 18, 2018 | Mental Health
Is There a Link? The connection between marijuana and depression isn’t as understood as many people think. There are some that believe marijuana does not make people depressed, and there are those that say that marijuana use increases the likelihood of depression in...
by Anthony Myers | Apr 4, 2018 | Mental Health, Recovery, Substance Abuse
Stress, Addiction, and EMS Responders First responders such as EMS (emergency medical services) responders, police officers, and firefighters swear oaths to protect the public from danger. But what happens when they need help themselves? What happens when they might...