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Blog Entries - 2018
Do you already have an opioid alternative at home?
The idea of a prescription opiate to treat chronic or acute pain may be good for some, but for those folks who aren't keen on them and want to look to something else for help, it might already be in their medicine
'13 Reasons Why': Parents and Kids Need to Talk About the Series
Season 2 of the widely discussed Netflix series "13 Reasons Why" is out, and - like the first season - is generating a lot of discussion. This time around, it seems to be starting out with a more positive tone. You
Mindfulness - A Tune-up for Your Mind and Body
Experts recommend mindfulness for everything from maximizing workouts to managing anxiety. But, you may wonder, what exactly is mindfulness and how does one practice it? Like a car that needs regular
'In Our Own Voice' gives voice to mental illness
Gayle Sisson always loved public speaking. But she never thought that love would lead her to talking about her own mental health issues in public. She’s been talking about them to various groups now for the past six
Alcohol Breath Tests: How Do They Work?
You've likely read a lot about sobriety checkpoints. News accounts usually showcase officers at a specified location stopping cars as they come through, administering a breathalyzer test to ensure people aren't driving
Helping a Loved One Who Has a Drinking Problem
It was a dark and stormy night ... really. I was out with friends, enjoying a celebratory drink marking one friend's new job accomplihsment. It didn't seem like a big deal. Everyone was fine, laughing and back-slapping