How Domestic Violence and Substance Abuse are Linked: Breaking the Cycle
by Michelle Peterson of RecoveryPride.org Substance abuse and domestic violence paired together are a dangerous mix that can create long-term issues passed down from parents to children in a dysfunctional household. Substance abuse does not directly cause domestic... Read More
5 Tips for Gathering Family Health History
The January 1st holiday gives us a reason pause to think about what we’d like to do differently in the upcoming year. Health is a focus of the resolutions for many people, and the family health history is an important tool for promoting individual health. You will be... Read More
All You Need to Know About Vital Signs
If you’re like me, the term “vital signs” conjures up the image of a beeping EKG screen in a dark hospital room. So why would you want to think about this on a regular basis? Vital signs should be checked regularly to ensure your body is functioning properly, and can... Read More
What to say when someone loses a spouse
At some point, death and grief will touch our lives. Losing a long-term partner may be too much to think about, and we might quickly stave off the sinking feeling in our stomachs or grip on our hearts by setting those thoughts aside. But what happens when someone we... Read More