Recovery Month 2020: Celebrating Connections

At Pacific Shores, we hope you have found time to help raise awareness about suicide prevention. You may remember some of the suggestions we provided earlier in the month, such as posting infographics on social media. Spreading the message about suicide prevention is essential in the effort to reduce premature deaths and encourage people to… Continue reading Recovery Month 2020: Celebrating Connections

Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Day

The last six months or more have been tough for tens of millions of Americans. Each of us has felt the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Fear of contracting the deadly virus, loss of employment or financial safety nets, and mental distress are far too common. Sadly, the public health crisis has wreaked havoc on… Continue reading Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Day

PTSD and SUD Among Veterans: Recovery

Most people who’ve had struggles with drug and alcohol addiction have some form of a traumatic event in their history. It’s common, trauma and substance use disorder (SUD); people will use drugs and alcohol to cope with their symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Those symptoms can include depression, nightmares, sadness, guilt, anger, denial, or… Continue reading PTSD and SUD Among Veterans: Recovery

Mental Illness: Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

September is National Recovery Month, but it is also Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. The two observances dovetail nicely; many people who struggle with addiction and mental illness become victims of suicide. Any person who is in the grips of despair is at risk of suicidal ideations. Mental and behavioral health disorders bring men and women… Continue reading Mental Illness: Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Mental Health Concerns In America

Millions of Americans prioritize healthy living – and for good reason. Those who are healthier feel better and tend to live longer. Unfortunately, fewer men and women prioritize mental health, despite the significant toll it takes on physical wellbeing. Mental illness disrupts the lives of countless people around the globe. Depression alone affects more than… Continue reading Mental Health Concerns In America