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Rebuilding Connections Through Family Recovery Strategies
When addiction or mental health challenges affect a family, the damage can feel overwhelming. Relationships fray. Trust breaks down. Hope seems distant. But recovery is possible. And rebuilding connections is a vital part of that journey. I want to share how family recovery strategies can help you restore bonds and create a healthier, more supportive environment. These strategies are practical, compassionate, and designed to work for real families facing real struggles. Under
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Benefits of Quitting Cannabis: What to Expect During Recovery
Benefits of Quitting Cannabis: What to Expect During Recovery Deciding to stop using cannabis is an important step toward improving your health and well-being. While the first few days and weeks can be challenging, most people find that the benefits of quitting far outweigh the temporary discomfort of withdrawal.
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Teens, Screens, and Mental Health: A New Guide Every Parent Should Read
To support families, we are pleased to announce the launch of our definitive guide to digital media overuse and addiction, written by members of the Mental Health Work Group at the Screen Time Action Network at Fairplay.
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Join Our Free Live Webinar: A Young Person’s Journey from Addiction to Recovery
This webinar is hosted by Mental Health Research Canada. It focuses on lived experience in conversations about mental health and recovery.
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Explore Family Recovery Programs Online: A Comprehensive Guide
When families face challenges related to addiction, mental health, or trauma, finding the right support system is crucial. Family recovery programs online offer a flexible and accessible way to heal together. These programs provide tools, education, and counseling to help families rebuild trust and foster healthy communication. This article explores the benefits, types, and practical tips for engaging with family recovery programs online.
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Cannabis:🚨Intoxication vs. Impairment
Cannabis intoxicates and impairs. This post differentiates between cannabis impairment vs. intoxication.
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❄️✨ CNN Debut & Library Access for Your Guide 🎄☃️
Exciting Updates: CNN Debut & Library Access for "What's Wrong with My Teen?" Posted by Susan B. Raphael, 1 Real Conversations, Real Solutions I’m thrilled to share two exciting updates with you! First, I made my CNN debut with Audie Cornish, discussing the realities families face when addiction enters their lives—even in the context of fame, fortune, and access to resources. Addiction does not discriminate, and neither does the heartbreak and complexity of trying to help
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Turning Talk Into Action
I’m excited ✨💜 to invite you to an upcoming live 📖💬 webinar. Addiction affects the whole family—not just the individual. On Wed Nov 13th at 12-1pm et , Join Colette Currin, VP of EHN Guardians, and myself, for a powerful webinar on understanding teen and family recovery. I will share practical, compassionate strategies for families navigating addiction and mental health challenges. Learn how to spot warning signs, communicate effectively, and foster healing for the entire
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'My Daughter Inherited My Addiction'
Great Article by Dawn Nickel highlighting among other things how family's can recover from addiction. With gratitude for Dawn and her...
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Understanding Addictions Counselling
Join me in this audio podcast conversation with Kat, of Kat Teller Health & Wellness Services, @kattellerwellness, as we hear my personal...
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Is the "Zoom Boom" Affecting Your Self-Esteem?
Check out my interview with the talented Tania Semper. We discuss self-esteem in the wake of a global pandemic and coping in the virtual...
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