High-proof alcohol is a hot topic of discussion. Our neighboring state, Virginia, has passed a new bill called HB 1842. According to Becca Mitchelle, reporting for WTKR, the new bill that is now law legalizes the sale of 151-proof liquor within the state of Virginia. Previously, the legal cap for alcohol content was 101….
Do you know what a gateway drug is? The definition just might surprise you. We covered it when discussing the real gateway drug, alcohol. To summarize, a gateway drug is one that leads to the use of harder and addictive drugs. It doesn’t have to be addictive itself. A gateway drug can quite literally be…
Anxiety is almost indescribable. No matter the words put to its definition, you’ll never truly understand it until you experience it. It can make you think you’re crazy, and it can interfere with every last thing – no matter how small – in your life. Anxiety disorders are also one of the top co-occurring conditions…
We recently discussed the alarming trend of depression and suicide amongst elementary aged students. Perhaps one of the most powerful actions a parent can take to counter the trend in their child is to build, boost, and maintain their child’s self-esteem. But how? How do you enhance self-esteem during the volatile primary school years? Step…