What You Need to Know About Orthorexia
Anorexia and bulimia are not the only eating disorders affecting people around the world. In recent years, orthorexia has become a growing problem, especially among health-minded young women. This [...]
Reflections of Racism
by Vanessa Cox, MSW, LCSW, CMATVery few of us can ignore or deny the waves of social unrest sweeping throughout our communities, this country, and the world amid the [...]
The Upside to No Sports: Less Temptation for Gambling Addicts
The disruptions surrounding COVID-19 cannot be understated. In addition to its impact on the health of our nation’s citizens, the novel coronavirus has resulted in the premature end of [...]
Adjusting to the New Normal: Parenting during a Pandemic
By Kathleen Ramsey, Clinical Psychology Extern, FGH Employee Assistance ProgramKids won’t be returning to school until the fall, which means that both parents and their children are facing unanticipated [...]
Treatment for Clinicians and Medical Staff During COVID-19
Careers in the medical field can make an incredible difference in countless lives, but for professionals, they are also fraught with tough challenges, tragic outcomes, and sleepless nights. Even [...]
School Closures May Have Fueled Internet and Gaming Addiction
A new study from Japan shows that children stuck at home may be turning into internet and video game addicts. In a survey of more than 8,000 Japanese students [...]
Mental Health of Children and Adolescents During COVID-19
The novel coronavirus has brought about change for all of us; however, children have been especially affected by the tumultuous events of the past several months. In addition to [...]
Overcoming Stigma in Recovery: National Silence the Shame Day
Observing National Silence the Shame DayEach year, nonprofit organization Silence the Shame mobilizes its resources to get the word out about the stigma surrounding mental health. Through community discussions, [...]
Staying Sober During a Pandemic
Your Guide to Staying Sober During a PandemicFor many in recovery, the ability to connect with others is what keeps us accountable. Regular 12-step meetings and check-ins with our [...]
Preventing COVID Claustrophobia: 10 Things You Can Do Right Now
As we learn to navigate the “new normal” of a world with coronavirus, many aspects of our daily routines have changed. In our last post, we advised parents about [...]
How to Talk to Children About Coronavirus
Talking to Your Child About CoronavirusThe COVID-19 pandemic has even the bravest among us feeling anxious about the future. It doesn’t help that news coverage is centered solely on [...]
The Impact of Stress on Your Brain
An Article About Stress by Caroline Smith, MA, LPC, CSAT-S, CMAT, CIP, EMDRDirector of Intensive Workshops, Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction ServicesStress, COVID-19, and Your BrainDid you know [...]
