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addiction vs dependence

Addiction vs. Dependence

Reading time: 3 minPeople often use the terms “addiction” and “dependence” interchangeably, which isn’t entirely accurate. If you use alcohol or drugs, understanding the difference will let you

self-diagnosis

The Dangers of Self-Diagnosis With Addiction

Reading time: 3 minSocial media channels have made mental health conversations more visible than ever. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram and YouTube feature hundreds of content creators sharing their

stress and depression

The Link Between Stress and Depression

Reading time: 3 minApril is Stress Awareness Month – a time to acknowledge the toll chronic stress can take on our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. While stress

trauma-informed therapy at Hope by the Sea

Trauma-Informed Therapy

Reading time: 3 minTrauma can affect every aspect of your life – from your relationships and emotional well-being to your ability to trust others or feel safe. Trauma

self-harm awareness month

Self-Injurious Behavior and Addiction

Reading time: 3 minMarch is Self-Harm Awareness Month, a time to shed light on the emotional pain that often goes unseen. While many people associate self-injury with cutting,

what is dry drunk syndrome

What Is a Dry Drunk?

Reading time: 2 minRecovering from alcohol use disorder requires more than quitting drinking – you’ll need to heal the underlying issues that contributed to addiction in the first

veteran mental health resources

Veteran Mental Health Resources

Reading time: 2 minMilitary service is one of the most honorable, yet demanding, careers you can choose. Service members put their lives on the line to protect their

adult children of alcoholics awareness

Traits of Adult Children of Alcoholics

Reading time: 3 minChildren of Alcoholics Awareness Week (Feb. 9-15) shines a spotlight on the lasting effects of growing up in a household affected by addiction. For children