Ambivalence: Entering Residential Treatment
Youturn Health Peer Coach Emily Goff writes about her story of addiction, her reluctance to enter treatment, and her life now in recovery.
Youturn Health Peer Coach Emily Goff writes about her story of addiction, her reluctance to enter treatment, and her life now in recovery.
Elizabeth McKissick likens recovery from substance use disorder to being a pig in mud: it's about self-management, socialization, and keeping clean.
One in 12 Americans has a Substance Use Disorder (SUD), but most people don’t reach out for help because of fear of stigma and the thought of abstinence. You don’t have to have SUD to assess your relationship with drugs and alcohol and you don’t have to wait until you hit “rock bottom” to make changes. Use the resources on this page to learn more about substance misuse, treatment, and recovery.
If you or a loved one need immediate help with suicidal thoughts, call or text 988. If the situation does not require immediate help, the resources on this page will help you learn about depression and suicidal ideation, tips to manage depression through positive psychology and movement, and details on how to support a loved one in crisis.
Stress is a normal part of life, in fact more than 75% of adults say they feel some symptoms of stress. If left untreated though, stress can lead to major health problems and burnout. The resources on this page will help you manage stress and burnout and cope with the pressures of everyday life.