Why We Observe World Mental Health Day
The World Health Organization (WHO) has designated October 10 World Mental Health Day. This important day of observance was created to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health. The day also provides an opportunity…
As Pandemic Continues, Attendance at Online Recovery Meetings More Than Doubles
By now it is well-documented that the coronavirus has brought with it a so-called “silent pandemic.” A year plus of stress, sickness, isolation, and uncertainty has taken a toll on the country’s mental health. In fact, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC) symptoms…
Women Continue to Struggle With COVID-Related Anxiety
Further evidence that the COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately impacted women, in early October Lionrock’s admission of women fell an unprecedented 32 percent compared to the month prior. In over 10 years of offering telehealth behavioral counseling, we have never seen our enrollment of women drop…
From the Podcast: Bambi Brown – Getting Sober at 26, Then Being Brought to Her Knees in Sobriety by Motherhood
Bambi Brown never imagined herself as an alcoholic or drug addict. Dependent on drugs and alcohol while in an abusive relationship, she realized she couldn’t stop. At the age of 18 she was introduced to what a sober life could be. After eight relapses, she…
From the Podcast: Andre Roberts – A Special Bonus Episode on Recovering from Addiction and a Segregated Childhood
In this special bonus episode, Ashley interviews Andre Roberts, a personal trainer and tennis instructor currently living in Beverly Hills. Born and raised in Milwaukee, WI, Andre was raised in a single parent household with his two siblings. He experienced ongoing trauma as a child,…
4 Mental Health Resources for Black Lives Matter Protestors and Allies
Despite the fact the news cycle has shifted back toward COVID and appears to be less focused on Black Lives Matter protests across the country, Americans are still calling for and working toward racial equality and social justice. Especially now, as black, Indigenous and people…
From the Podcast: Emily McAllister – Overcoming Bulimia and Substance Abuse Recovery
In Episode seven of The Courage To Change: A Recovery Podcast, Emily shared her story with her close friend, and our podcast host Ashley Loeb Blassingame. We’ve edited and condensed it here for a fast read. You can listen to the entire interview here. Growing…
Health Insurance Plans Must Account for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Treatment. Does yours?
magine your employee has a chronic illness – diabetes or Crohn’s disease, for example. You would expect the health plan you provide would pay for deductibles and copayments and other standard medical claims, right? Is it the same if your employee is experiencing anxiety or…
Substance Abuse and Mental Health: Does Your Benefit Plan Include SUD Treatment?
A comprehensive human resources benefits package to address mental health must also include substance abuse disorder (SUD) treatment. Does yours? Two out of three people who struggle with addiction also have co-occurring mental health illnesses which can include post traumatic stress, depressive disorders, anxiety, and/or…
On Mother’s Day and Everyday, Support for Women
This Sunday is Mother’s Day and we want to acknowledge the important role that mothers play in our lives and in society. This year especially, many mothers find themselves pulling extra duty – women are carrying a heavy load at home during this pandemic, more…