Turn the clock back 60 years and people living in that time would find it hard to believe that we can stay in constant contact with our friends, family and even strangers. Social media may give us the ability to stay in contact with our loved ones, but it has adverse effects for people in…
It’s pretty well known that dolphins are one of the smartest animals on the planet. But you might not be aware that dolphins are also some of the best caregivers that the open ocean has to offer. Dolphins have been seen answering the distress calls of whales and have even gotten into the habit of…
Substance abuse was never something you wanted for your loved one. In fact, abusing heroin wasn’t something that they wanted for themselves. But after all the stress and hardships they have faced, heroin use became a way for them to cope. It was an escape, and before they knew it, that escape transformed into an…
Turn back the clock 25 years or so when cigarettes were at their prime. Many people smoked to relieve stress after a long day at work. And while they knew it wasn’t good for them, the small sense of fleeting peace it gave them was enough to keep the habit alive. As more research was…
We’re right in the middle of the holiday season. And while that might give you warm memories of family and friends, you know that it can also be a stressful time. That notion is especially true for someone recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction. Factors like unhealthy eating, financial strain and busy schedules can…