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  • By John Burke

  • April 13, 2023

Learning to Cope with Post-Traumatic Stress

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about mental health conditions and seek help when needed. One mental health condition affecting millions worldwide is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). PTSD is a mental health disorder that can develop after a traumatic event or a series of traumatic events. It affects people of […]

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  • By John Burke

  • March 21, 2023

The Transformative Power of Exercise in Drug Recovery and Mental Health

Drug addiction and mental health issues can be debilitating, affecting an individual’s physical and mental well-being, and making it challenging to live a fulfilling life. These challenges can arise from various factors, such as genetics, environment, and life experiences. However, it is essential to understand that there are various treatment options available, and exercise has […]

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  • By John Burke

  • January 17, 2023

Spending Time in Nature: 4 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health in Addiction Recovery

Why Your Mental Health Needs Nature For many people, getting out into nature can be tricky. If you live in a city or work full-time in an office, spending time outside takes some effort. But nature is an essential need part of your mental health. Moreover, it is vital in keeping you emotionally, psychologically and […]

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  • By John Burke

  • July 24, 2022

The 5 Stages of Mental Health Recovery on the Big Island

Are you living on The Big Island and found yourself searching for “mental health recovery near me”? You aren’t the only one. Many residents seek help in bettering their mental health. And luckily, there is help nearby! Mental health recovery can mean different things to different individuals. For some, recovery means no longer presenting or […]

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  • By John Burke

  • April 10, 2022

Why Is Mental Health Important?

Mental health has always been important. For thousands of years, many of the things that kept a person in good mental health, such as being outdoors, getting physical exercise, or being with loved ones, was built into people’s daily lives as part of their survival. But as society has grown, changed, and progressed, many of […]