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Improve Brain Health With Little Moments of Joy Each Day

Tracey L. Kelley November 21, 2025

“Joy imprinting”—the idea of deliberately noticing, savoring, and even training the brain to experience more joy—might sound a little woo-woo at first. But experts such

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Discover the Power of a Daily Recovery Practice

Tracey L. Kelley November 13, 2025

Recovery—whether from alcohol use disorder (AUD), substance use disorder (SUD), or a mental health condition—isn’t defined by a single moment of transformation. It’s built through

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How to Help a Loved One in Treatment

Tracey L. Kelley November 7, 2025

When someone you care about begins treatment—whether for substance use, alcohol use, a mental health disorder, or a dual diagnosis—it’s both a hopeful and deeply

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Different Types of Depression—And Why Treatment Helps

Tracey L. Kelley October 31, 2025

Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. According to the World Health Organization, more than 330 million people have

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Tips for Using Mindfulness in Daily Life

Tracey L. Kelley October 16, 2025

In today’s fast-paced, phone-buzzing, notification-dinging world, the idea of mindfulness might feel like something only practiced by monks or people with a lot more free

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17 Handy Apps to Support Healthy Life Choices

Tracey L. Kelley October 9, 2025

Having a few reliable apps in your pocket that support your health is like carrying tiny coaches wherever you go. Of course, no app should

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What to Know About Anxiety Disorders and Treatment

Tracey L. Kelley October 3, 2025

Anxiety is often misunderstood. To some, it might seem like just nerves or stress that you eventually push aside. But for millions of people, anxiety

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8 Tips to Help You Stress Less

Tracey L. Kelley September 11, 2025

Stress is an unavoidable part of life—but when you’re recovering from substance use or managing a mental health condition, sometimes it’s more overwhelming. The good

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September Is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Tracey L. Kelley September 4, 2025

According to USAFacts, in 2025, “there were about 10.4 suicides for every 100,000 people in California”, and unfortunately, the suicide rate has increased in the

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What Having a Sense of Purpose Means to Your Health

Tracey L. Kelley August 29, 2025

Even if you’re managing aspects of your dual diagnosis more effectively, it’s easy to sometimes feel like you’re drifting through life or just going through

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Other 12-Step Programs to Support Your Recovery

Tracey L. Kelley August 21, 2025

A vital part of an addiction rehabilitation program—and even some dual diagnosis treatment approaches—is working through a 12-Step program such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or

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What to Expect When Contacting a Recovery Center

Jodee Redmond August 14, 2025

Are you looking for a drug and alcohol treatment center for yourself or a loved one? When you reach out to a recovery center, be

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