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Mental Illness Doesn’t Cause Addiction, But the Two Conditions Often Fuel Each Other
Mental illness doesn’t cause addiction, but the two often become tangled in ways that are deeply personal and painfully real. This complex relationship is known as a dual diagnosis or
- by Dana Hinders
Bipolar disorder can feel like an emotional rollercoaster—extreme highs that leave you spinning, and deep lows that feel impossible to escape. When you’re in the middle of a mood episode,...
- by Dana Hinders
Society has long sent a message to men that expressing vulnerability is a sign of failure. Think of the characters we’re used to seeing in action movies—gritty, silent types who...
- by Dana Hinders
Raising a child is filled with moments of deep love and joy, but also with pressure, guilt, and exhaustion. Now imagine navigating all of that while battling anxiety, depression, or...
- by Dana Hinders
Some people seem like they have it all together. They show up on time. They meet deadlines. They smile during meetings and laugh with friends. To everyone around them, they...
