Substance use is an ongoing and widespread issue in America. Thus, there is a need to address substance use in treatment and recovery. Complementary and alternative medicine practices e.g., mindfulness have been introduced in substance treatment. The physiological, psychological, and cognitive changes that occur from mindfulness use can be tremendously

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a unique therapeutic approach based upon mindfulness and personal values. ACT takes a holistic approach to therapy with the goal to help each individual reach their maximum potential and live a healthy, meaningful life. It can be used across a wide range of different

There are various differences between individual and group therapy. Individual therapy occurs when one person attends therapy with a psychologist, psychiatrist, or therapist. On the other hand, group therapy occurs when more than one person is treated together in a formal therapeutic environment. Within group therapy, any number of individuals

This time of year as the weather gets nicer and the sun is out longer, it is common to see BBQ’s and cookouts, as well as concerts and festival. Although these can be very enjoyable, they typically involve drinking alcohol, and for individuals who have concerns with alcohol use this

The American Institute of Stress (2017) suggested that in 2014, 77% of people in the United States regularly experienced physical symptoms associated with stress, such as fatigue, headache, and muscle tension and 73% of individuals regularly experienced psychological symptoms associated with stress including symptoms of anger and anxiety. However, the

                                                          Low-Income Senior Citizen Real Estate Tax Freeze The Philadelphia Department of Revenue will stop increasing your Real Estate Tax amount if

It is common for us to make goals or resolutions in order to improve ourselves for the next year. Some individuals make a promise to change a bad habit such as eating less junk food, whereas others may focus on starting a new behavior or mindset for the new year

Bipolar Disorder is a mental health condition that affects mood, energy, and thought processes. Most commonly known as mania and depression, the extreme mood shifts consisting of highs and lows greatly impact daily functioning. During phases of mania, individuals may experience elevated mood, unpredictable behaviors, and impaired judgment. The risky

While there are many who suffer from clinical depression year-round, some are only affected during the winter months. This is categorized as seasonal presentation of depression, commonly referred to as “the winter blues”. Symptoms include fatigue, loss of interest in pleasurable activities, difficulty concentrating, loss of or increased appetite, or

At some point in time, an individual may come to take on an additional role such as caregiving for a family member who is ill. Positive aspects of caregiving may be experienced even though negative aspects are sometimes experienced too. Research shows that those who find more aspects of caregiving