How to Stop Using Sex as a Coping Mechanism
28Apr
11Apr
Can a Parent Lose Custody for Emotional Abuse
How to Navigate Emotional Abuse from a Parental Figure
Navigating a child custody case takes a toll on everyone involved. One of the most tragic aspects of a child’s life is when an abusive parent forces family law involvement and a custody battle ensues. Physical abuse can potentially impact a child’s...
02Mar
How to Help an Alcoholic Son
Resources for Helping an Addicted Loved One
When your child struggles with alcohol use disorder, watching the ensuing struggle can be a painful experience. Without alcohol addiction treatment, feelings of isolation and confusion can become overwhelming. Whether your son is a teenager, young adult, or full-grown, watching them spiral into a...
20Nov
Is PTSD Neurodivergent?
Guidance on CPTSD and PTSD on the Neurodivergence Spectrum
Did you know that the United States government estimates that about 12 million American adults, or about 6% of the population, will experience PTSD symptoms within their lifetime? If you or a loved one struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), you might...
13Nov
Relationships in Early Recovery
A Personal Account of Considering Relationships in Early Sobriety
My life has been a rollercoaster and in recovery, although it's improved, I still have ups and downs (like everyone does I suppose). But let's be clear: the decision to get clean and overcome substance abuse is a life-changing situation. It is an...
30Oct
How to Tell if Adderall is Fake
Recognizing the Differences Between Real vs Counterfeit Adderall
Adderall is a common prescription medication for treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. According to recent headlines, ADHD medication demands are on the rise. And unfortunately, there are shortages due to manufacturing issues. In the midst, there is a growing supply of...
21Oct
Am I Hyper Sexual Because of Trauma? An Informal Quiz
Get Answers and Guidance on Hypersexuality and Trauma
Rates of sexual assault in the Land of Enchantment are above the national average - and the statistic means New Mexicans are carrying some hefty baggage. Many who engage in risky sexual behavior share one common underlying factor: Past experiences with sexual trauma. It's...
10Oct
How to Help Someone With PTSD Sleep
The Importance of Sleep for Someone With a Trauma Disorder
For those living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), navigating the tasks during a typical day can feel mentally and physically overwhelming. Managing PTSD symptoms like night terrors, anxiety disorders, and difficulty concentrating is a daily struggle. As exhausting as these symptoms are,...
30Sep
An Informal Sexual Trauma Test
Get Answers and Trauma Treatment Options at Icarus in NM
it is a startling but true statistic: an American citizen is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds, according to RAINN, the Rape, Abuse, Incest and National Network. Victims of sexual assault must learn to live despite the traumatizing experience, although all go...
25Sep
How Meth Affects Relationships
