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Shining a Light on Bipolar Disorder: World Bipolar Day and Beyond
In honor of Vincent Van Gogh, who was posthumously diagnosed with bipolar disorder, World Bipolar Day is celebrated on March 30th. In...
DPS Staff
Mar 29, 20244 min read


The 10 Best Ways to Improve Yourself in Recovery
Congratulations on taking the courageous step towards recovery. You deserve a huge pat on the back! Choosing to heal is an act of...
DPS
Mar 22, 20245 min read


Building a Nest Together: Co-Parenting in the LGBTQ+ Community
When it comes to the journey to parenthood, LGBTQ+ individuals and couples can experience a wide range of experiences. Even though...
DPS
Mar 15, 20243 min read


Demystifying Microdosing: Exploring the Potential and Risks
Microdosing, the practice of consuming small amounts of psychedelic substances such as LSD and psilocybin, has attracted widespread...
DPS Staff
Mar 8, 20244 min read


March Is Self-Injury Awareness Month: Breaking the Silence, Healing the Scars
March represents the beginning of spring, with the vernal equinox, and the return of Daylight Saving Time. However, March is also...
DPS Staff
Mar 1, 20245 min read


National Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Eating disorders are the focus of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week (NEDAW), which takes place annually during the last week of...
DPS Staff
Feb 23, 20245 min read


Using Kids As Messengers After Divorce
No one can deny that divorce is an emotionally difficult process. However, it doesn't just affect the spouses involved; it affects the...
Katherine Elder, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Feb 16, 20244 min read


Mental Health Disparities Among Racial and Ethnic Minorities
We are all affected by mental health challenges, regardless of our race or ethnicity. However, minorities face significant barriers when...
DPS Staff
Feb 9, 20244 min read


How to Boost Self-Esteem and Avoid Clinical Depression in February (and Beyond)
February isn't just about Valentine's Day. This month also celebrates something crucial to our well-being: self-esteem. However, we're...
DPS Staff
Feb 2, 20244 min read


Can Ketamine Be Used to Treat Depression That is Resistant to Treatment?
Worldwide, millions of people suffer from depression. There are numerous effective treatment options available, but finding relief for...
DPS Staff
Jan 26, 20243 min read


10 Myths About Trans and Nonbinary People Debunked
In recent years, anti-trans legislation across the country has heightened awareness of the rights of transgender and gender-nonconforming...
DPS Staff
Jan 19, 20246 min read


Taking the High Road: Navigating Co-Parenting with Grace and Grit
Co-parenting. Those two words can conjure a wide range of emotions, from hope and optimism to frustration and despair. As a parent, it's...
Katherine Elder, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Jan 12, 20244 min read


Psychedelics for Self-Exploration in Recovery: A Journey Within
Recovery isn't just about overcoming addiction. It's about peeling back the layers of our psyche and finding the roots of our struggles....
DPS Staff
Jan 5, 20243 min read


Setting Mental Health Resolutions for a Bright New Year in Recovery
With the end of the year upon us and the whispers of change and possibility filling the air, many of us turn our attention to resolutions...
DPS Staff
Dec 29, 20235 min read


Navigating Family Dynamics in Recovery: Finding Holiday Harmony
Holidays can be a time of joyous celebrations, warm traditions, and cherished moments with family and friends. People in recovery,...
DPS Staff
Dec 22, 20234 min read


Gratitude as a Pillar of Mental Resilience in Sobriety
The road to sobriety is rarely smooth. The journey will be filled with ups and downs, challenges and triumphs. Gratitude, however, can...
DPS Staff
Dec 15, 20234 min read


Managing Holiday Stress: Tips for Mental Wellness
It's the time of year when we celebrate and get together with loved ones. For many people, though, this can also be the most stressful...
DPS Staff
Dec 8, 20235 min read


Navigating Addiction Challenges During the Holiday Season
Joy, celebration, and togetherness are the hallmarks of the holiday season. But it can also be a time of temptation and stress for those...
DPS Staff
Dec 1, 20233 min read


Psychedelics and Addiction: A Promising Path to Recovery
An addiction occurs when a person is compulsive about seeking and using drugs regardless of harmful consequences. This major public...
DPS Staff
Nov 24, 20233 min read


Thanksgiving and Sobriety: A Journey of Gratitude and Renewal
During the holiday season, many people enjoy Thanksgiving because it is a time for expressing gratitude, catching up with family, and...
DPS Staff
Nov 17, 20234 min read
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