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Talk To Your Kids

By Veronica Cartagena | January 10, 2020

When communication falls short, teens and adolescents take other measures to express their emotions. That’s why it’s so important for parents to talk to their … Read more

The Other Side of FOMO: What Am I Really Missing?

By Veronica Cartagena | January 7, 2020

         Most of us know FOMO is the fear of missing out. People claim to have FOMO when they are unable to partake in an … Read more

Managing Impulses in Recovery

By Veronica Cartagena | December 26, 2019

Impulse is often talked about in addiction recovery because it can be hard for individuals to exert self-control with certain stimulations, such as those who’ve … Read more

Self-Love: The Foundation of Recovery

By Veronica Cartagena | December 19, 2019

As we’re exploring more of ourselves in sobriety, we’ll uncover many more aspects of ourselves that we didn’t know before. One of the most challenging … Read more

Why Isolating is Counterproductive

By Veronica Cartagena | December 12, 2019

         When you’re feeling down, anxious, miserable or depressed, it can feel natural to want to hide in your room, in your bed, away from … Read more

The Importance of Coping Mechanisms

By Veronica Cartagena | December 5, 2019

         You’ve probably heard the term coping mechanism, especially if you’ve ever been to therapy or a treatment program. Coping mechanisms are behaviors or strategies … Read more

How Is Social Media Effecting American Teenagers?

By Veronica Cartagena | December 4, 2019

For many teenagers, social media is a fun and easy way to stay connected with friends. However, there are dangerous risks in every new profile … Read more

The Gift of Community

By Veronica Cartagena | November 27, 2019

The holidays are approaching, and regardless of whether we are making the decision to enter into recovery, or are well on our journey, it can … Read more

How to Avoid a Holiday Relapse

By Veronica Cartagena | November 20, 2019

One of the most difficult parts of recovery is the reality of relapse. Typically, between 40-60 percent of people will relapse within their first year … Read more

One is the Loneliest Number: Why Group Therapy Works

By Veronica Cartagena | November 13, 2019

When we are suffering, it’s easy to feel isolated which can make our negative thoughts appear far worse. It almost seems like no one else … Read more