Understanding Complex PTSD Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) is a specific psychological condition that develops from being exposed to traumatic situations repeatedly and for a long time. Unlike regular PTSD, which usually comes from a single traumatic event like a car accident...
What is High-Functioning Anxiety? High-functioning anxiety isn’t a formal clinical diagnosis you’ll find in the DSM-5, but it describes a very real experience that affects countless professionals and high-achievers. You might be living with functional...
What Does “California Sober” Mean? The California sober lifestyle represents a form of semi-sobriety where you abstain from alcohol and hard drugs while continuing to use marijuana. This approach to substance use has gained significant traction,...
The Unique Challenges of the Holiday Season November and December bring a perfect storm of holiday stress and holiday anxiety that can push anyone to their breaking point. You’re juggling family obligations, financial pressures, and social expectations while...
Understanding Holiday Binge Drinking and Its Risks Binge drinking means consuming five or more standard drinks for men (four for women) within approximately two hours. This pattern raises your blood alcohol concentration to 0.08% or higher, significantly impairing...
