What happens when emotional support is always available—but isn’t human? Author Caz Burrell explores why millions are turning to AI for therapy-like support—and the real risks behind that shift.

Personal growth doesn’t come from perfect decisions—just the next right one. Belinda Morey writes about her path to building her "toolkit" and success through resilience, perseverance, experience, and consistency.

Bullying doesn’t end when it ends—it follows you even into adulthood. Author and therapist Lisa Cavallaro writes about how bullying can become deeply tied to mental health.

Author of the Month Joshua Bennett-Johnson, LADC-II, takes a raw look at how the Sacklers and Purdue Pharma engineered a national addiction crisis and monetized it.

You think you drink to relax—but what if alcohol is actually training your body to panic? John Makohen, CASAC, explains how alcohol rewires your stress system, creating 'fake emergencies' that drive anxiety and cravings. This piece translates neuroscience into real-world patterns and offers practical strategies to restore calm.

Is $5.5 billion justice—or just closure without accountability? In this powerful and deeply personal reflection, Rob Kent, Esq., President of Kent Strategic Advisors and former New York State drug policy official, examines the conclusion of the federal criminal case against Purdue Pharma. For policymakers, clinicians, and those impacted by the opioid crisis, Kent’s message is clear: financial penalties alone are not enough.

What if the problem isn’t our children—but how we’re raising them? Nicole Runyon challenges modern parenting and mental health systems, arguing that connection—not diagnosis—is the foundation of healing.

What if addiction treatment didn’t start with abstinence? Dr. Andrew Tatarsky presents a model that meets people where they are, focusing on engagement, collaboration, and gradual change. This approach increases retention and creates real-world progress.