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By Ana Carolina Bovo April is Alcohol Awareness Month! The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism brings to awareness the...

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Guest Post by: Curtis Dean Thank you to Curtis Dean and Sage Music for sharing this great information about the benefits of music...

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By: Jamie Turner, BS, BSW and Julia C. Basso, PhD As we write this, the coronavirus or the COVID-19 disease continues to spread...

By: Michele King GRIEF IS NOT LIMITED TO DEATH It is common to think of grief as something that only happens after losing a loved one,...

By: Kelsey Stamborski Prior research has shown that human-animal bonding can reduce anxiety, lower agitation, and improve overall health...

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By: Candice Dwyer and William Craft “We believe recovery is an inclusive process and we welcome you to register and participate in the...

By: Mackenzie Wilcox “We believe recovery is an inclusive process and we welcome you to register and participate in the IQRR, regardless...

By: Michele King and Mackenzie Wilcox Along with the cold weather, wintertime can bring a unique set of challenges for someone in...

By: Cameron Hooten Is your New Year's resolution to stop using tobacco or alcohol? Continue reading to learn about the benefits of...