There’s a big difference between a casual user and someone that is engaging in addictive behaviors, but when you’re in the middle, finding that distinction can be difficult. An Addiction Severity Index (or ASI) can be completed for any question or concerns you may have about your own personal substance use. There’s no commitment to get… Read More
New PBS documentary highlights the unique mental health challenges Wyoming residents face
Most people deal with mental health issues at some point in their lives. In Wyoming, we pride ourselves on our independence, our ruggedness, and our ability to face challenges and persevere. Those traits—while admirable—can also make it difficult to seek help when we need it. We don’t like admitting to ourselves that a problem is… Read More
1 in 15 Veterans Suffers with Drug or Alcohol Addiction
Drug and alcohol addiction hits vets particularly hard. An estimated 1 out of every 15 military service members has struggled with a substance abuse disorder following their time in the military. There are a lot of reasons veterans struggle with substance abuse at such high rates, including: The Rigors of Military ServiceMilitary service is intense… Read More