How abusing drugs negatively affects your brain
Abusing drugs can have a severely negative affect on a person's mental health, physical health, family life, and social life. Drug abuse can lead to feelings of depression, isolation, anxiety,…[...]
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What happens to women formerly incarcerated
Incarcerated women go through unimaginable things that only other incarcerated women could ever understand. Many women face separation from children and family, inadequate mental health care, and lack of substance…[...]
How to build your self confidence
Every person on this earth has days where we struggle with confidence or self esteem, but when this interferes for too long it can become a long term problem and…[...]
Five life skills that pay off
In life, we must learn a substantial amount of foundational skills to be properly equipped for success. The skills that we are taught as children in school are crucial for…[...]
Finding A Job After Incarceration
Eventually, the day will come when you get out of prison.It can often be exciting and a little intimidating at first.The very first, ongoing goal should be to not go…[...]
Make the best of your time while incarcerated
Being incarcerated can be mentally, physically, and emotionally challenging. Regardless of how long you are sentenced, jail time can take a serious toll on you and how you view yourself…[...]
Happiness can help develop better habits if you find hobbies that brings you joy
Happiness can help you develop better habits every day in life. Finding hobbies that bring excitement to you will help influence a healthy life in the long term. For most…[...]
Finding the balance between work-life and community service
The courts have used community service as a form of punishment, time for reflection and as a way for low level offenders to give back to the community for their…[...]
How Volunteering Benefits You Too
Volunteering is a noble act of kindness and generosity, a selfless way of helping others and making a difference in the world. It involves giving up your time and skills…[...]
The Importance of Mental Health Care
According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), 1 in 5 adults in the United States will experience a mental health condition in any given year. Mental health is…[...]