A frequent problem that most of us deal with is stress. Being in a continuous state of stress is bad for us; it impacts physical and mental health, as well as our overall happiness. Yet, not many people can say they don’t experience stress – it’s part of the human condition. For improved wellness in […]
New Year’s Eve can be a difficult holiday when you’re in recovery. Everyone knows that people tend to focus on alcohol when they’re celebrating the New Year, and this can feel isolating. It’s easy to assume that there’s nothing to do on New Year’s Eve if you can’t drink, but that’s not true at all. […]
The holiday season is meant to be a joyous occasion that brings family and friends together. Even in the midst of all the excitement, there are moments of stress and anxiety for everyone. Many people love this time of year. But, that isn’t the case for everyone. The holidays can be a difficult and emotionally […]
Did you know that there are more than 2.5 million children in the U.S. are growing up in ‘grandfamilies’ (sometimes called kinship families)? In other words, many children are being raised by grandparents, other relatives, or close family friends. While research shows that grandfamilies are the best option for children who can’t be raised by […]
This year, L.A. CADA staff “Rocked the Red Ribbon” on December 1st, –while continuing to work toward a day when HIV services are no longer needed. World AIDS Day began in 1988. In 2022, the International AIDS Awareness Day theme centered on the inequalities that perpetuate the AIDS global pandemic. Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol […]
