top of page
Search


12 Things You Need to Know About the Opioid Epidemic
You've surely heard the term "opioid epidemic" whether in the news or talking to friends and family. After all, the opioid epidemic, or...
DPS Staff
Jan 21, 20225 min read
Â
Â
Â


10 Ways to Avoid the Monday Blues
Did you know that every year on the third Monday in January is Blue Monday? According to National Today, “the meaning of this day is...
DPS Staff
Jan 14, 20224 min read
Â
Â
Â


Did You Know January Is Mental Wellness Month?
In order to promote mental health and well-being, January is annually celebrated as Mental Wellness Month. Despite this month being...
DPS Staff
Jan 7, 20224 min read
Â
Â
Â


50 Powerful New Year Affirmations
During this time, we reflect on all the opportunities, endeavors, and experiences we’ve had over the past year, as well as a chance to...
DPS Staff
Dec 31, 20213 min read
Â
Â
Â


Where to Find Mental Health Support During the Holidays
As a time to create memories, enjoy family time, and exchange gifts, the holidays can be a joyful time. Mental illness, however, doesn't...
DPS Staff
Dec 24, 20213 min read
Â
Â
Â


How to Cope When You Are Alone on Christmas
While the festive season is generally seen as a time to gather with family and friends, for many, this can result in heightened feelings...
DPS Staff
Dec 17, 20213 min read
Â
Â
Â


9 Ways to Avoid Relapse During the Holidays
There is no doubt that recovery from drug addiction and alcoholism can be challenging. Anyone can become addicted to any drug after...
DPS Staff
Dec 10, 20215 min read
Â
Â
Â


Holiday Stress? Try Our Top 12 Tips for a Healthy Holiday Season
The holidays often provide a wonderful opportunity to pause, reflect, and take a breath as another year winds down. However, a survey of...
DPS Staff
Dec 3, 20215 min read
Â
Â
Â


How to Manage Your Money and Mental Health on Black Friday
Most of us view Thanksgiving as a fun and somewhat relaxing holiday spent with family, watching football, and of course a delicious...
DPS Staff
Nov 24, 20214 min read
Â
Â
Â


7 Ways to Raise Grateful Children
As we near Thanksgiving parents and teachers alike are discussing the importance of gratitude to children. While these are valuable...
DPS Staff
Nov 19, 20214 min read
Â
Â
Â


10 Ways to Ease Seasonal Affective Disorder
We're inching closer to the holiday season, and many are already bracing themselves for an unwelcome guest: seasonal depression. This...
DPS Staff
Nov 12, 20214 min read
Â
Â
Â


5 Tips for Coping as Clocks Fall Back
With Halloween behind, most of us are now focusing on the upcoming holiday season. However, before we get there we need to survive the...
DPS Staff
Nov 5, 20214 min read
Â
Â
Â


How to Overcome Your Fear of Therapy
Did you know that one out of five Americans struggles with mental illness every year? That means you’re likely to know someone who has a...
DPS Staff
Oct 29, 20216 min read
Â
Â
Â


15 Quick and Easy Confidence Boosters
A person's ability to feel confident about one's skills, abilities, and judgment determines self-confidence. Not only is this crucial for...
DPS Staff
Oct 22, 20216 min read
Â
Â
Â


18 Questions to Ask Your Therapist Before Your First Session
Setting up your first therapy appointment can be challenging. But, this is often the first step towards healing and growth. Licensed...
DPS Staff
Oct 15, 20216 min read
Â
Â
Â


5 Healthy Ways To Observe World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day has been observed every October 10 since 1992. And, we're seeing more and more just how much mental health can...
DPS Staff
Oct 8, 20213 min read
Â
Â
Â


11 Benefits of Smiling
Did you know that the first of October is World Smile Day? It’s a relatively new holiday, it became official in 1999, to celebrate the...
DPS Staff
Oct 1, 20213 min read
Â
Â
Â


10 Myths About Therapy Debunked
You may have heard inaccurate portrayals of therapy from pop culture and entertainment media if you’ve never been to therapy. In...
DPS Staff
Sep 24, 20215 min read
Â
Â
Â


Debunking 17 Common Suicide Myths
It's important to always remember two things: Mental health is treatable and suicide can be prevented. Even so, a total of 46,000 people...
DPS Staff
Sep 17, 20216 min read
Â
Â
Â


Need Help Coping With COVID-19? Try Cognitive Reappraisal
We all experience anxiety and sadness occasionally. While not always pleasant, when we feel these negative emotions, it’s usually a sign...
DPS Staff
Sep 10, 20216 min read
Â
Â
Â
bottom of page
