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There are many myths surrounding ADHD that can be harmful and continue to perpetuate the stigma surrounding the disorder....
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Oct 5, 20213 min read
What is Serious Mental Illness (SMI)?
Did you know that nearly one in five U.S. adults lives with a mental illness? Mental illnesses include many different conditions that...
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Oct 5, 20215 min read
It’s Time for Another Check Up From the Neck Up
What is Emotional Wellness? The National Institutes of Health (NIH) defines emotional wellness as “the ability to successfully handle...
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Sep 21, 20214 min read
Preventing Suicide in Teens: What You Need to Know
Did you know, suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death in the United States for ages 10-35? Although teens were struggling with- mental...
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Sep 15, 20213 min read
What Does it Mean to Be in Recovery From a Mental Illness?
It’s Recovery Month! When people hear “recovery,” many only think of recovery from substance use disorders. However, recovery applies to...
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Aug 23, 20212 min read
Resources for Parents, Teachers & Students
In May 2021, The Hub participated in Stamford’s Community Mental Health and Wellness Summit. Our planning committee included many...
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Jul 2, 20212 min read
Celebrate Safely This Fourth of July!
Fourth of July is the Deadliest Weekend on the Road Due to Drunk Driving "From 2018 to 2022, there were 2,228 people killed in motor...
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Jun 21, 20214 min read
The Psychology of "Coming Out"
What is coming out? In the life of someone who identifies within the LGBTQIA+ community, “coming out” can bring up any number of...
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Jun 15, 20213 min read
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Can Affect Anyone
What is PTSD? PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, is a fairly common psychological disorder in which a person experiences intense or...
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Jun 15, 20213 min read
Postpartum Depression in Men? Yes, It’s Real and Can Happen!
As we explore mental health issues impacting men during the month of June, we are raising awareness about an issue that is often...
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Jun 2, 20214 min read
5 Ways Parents Can Support a Queer Child’s Mental Health
The relationship between mental health and LGBTQIA+ individuals has historically been extremely fraught. “Homosexuality” was considered a...
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May 18, 20213 min read
Anxiety: When Worry Goes Too Far
What is Anxiety? An anxiety disorder is a mental health disorder in which a person experiences excessive anxiety or worry about things...
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May 18, 20213 min read
Older Adults & Mental Health
Depression an anxiety are not a normal part of aging. Growing older should be filled with relaxing days spent with friends and family....
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Apr 15, 20213 min read
The Dangers of Binge Drinking
Alcohol Consumption in the United States In 2019, almost 66% of Americans enjoyed at least one drink over the course of the year and...
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Apr 5, 20212 min read
Connecticut’s Social Host Law, Underage Drinking, and What It Means For Your Family
As parents, your number one priority is keeping your child safe. When it comes to underage drinking, you may think the safest option is...
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Mar 23, 20213 min read
Supporting the Asian-American Community
The following information was shared from Amplify. Help us stop anti-Asian violence Just a handful of examples of the suffering that has...
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Feb 22, 20213 min read
Kids Can Buy Drugs Easier Than You Think
What You Need to Know About Drugs on Social Media Kids used to have limited options for where they could get drugs: friends at school,...
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Feb 17, 20213 min read
Moms, Stress & Rising Alcohol Use Rates
We’re continuing to explore the impact of the pandemic on moms. Last week we discussed the significant increase in perinatal mood and...
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Feb 10, 20214 min read
Pandemic Caused Increase in Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders
2020 was a year that was hard on everyone, but moms were especially struggling. It has been widely reported in the news, but most of...
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Feb 3, 20214 min read
Advocacy Matters!
Your voice can make an impact. The Hub leads and supports advocacy efforts for behavioral health, substance use and problem gambling by...
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Jan 8, 20212 min read
3 Ways to Improve Your Wellness in 2021
It’s a new year, but don’t try to be a whole new you! Focus on improving your overall wellness instead. We all have enough on our plates...
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Nov 23, 20202 min read
5 Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving This Year
Many people are shrinking their holiday celebrations this year due to COVID. While it may be disappointing not to spend the holiday with...
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Nov 12, 20202 min read
What You Need to Know About Benzos
Anxiety levels are on the rise across the country and prescriptions for benzodiazepines, or benzos for short, are skyrocketing. This...
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Nov 12, 20202 min read
Take Care of Your Mental Health This Holiday Season
The holiday season is supposed to be a joyous time of year, however it brings a great deal of stress for many people for various reasons....
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