If you’re feeling stressed about your college work, you’re not alone. In fact, did you know 1 out of 5 students say they feel stressed most of the time? With such a huge number of students struggling, what’s the underlying issue? Many students feel overwhelmed trying to balance work, family, classes, and an ever-growing pile of homework. If...
You already have a job and you hate having to update your resume, why would you do it when you don’t need to? Resumes often get a groan because they can be tricky things to create. How are you supposed to condense your work and education into such a tiny space? How are you supposed to...
Do you enjoy working with your hands and have a knack for problem-solving? Are you good at math and physics? Are you detailed oriented and dependable? If that sounds like you, then you might make a great electrician. Choosing a new career can be exciting, but the questions that follow can be overwhelming. How will...
1 in 5 teenagers struggles with a mental disorder. Who better to help these teens than people who have had personal experience with mental illness? Having a job as a peer specialist is rewarding. Keep reading to learn about peer specialist jobs and opportunities. Useful Definitions “Peer” can have different meanings depending on the context....
Every year, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) celebrates Recovery Month. September 2019 is the 30th annual Recovery Month, and this year’s theme is Join the Voices for Recovery: Together We Are Stronger. This year’s theme is about recognizing the way mental health and substance abuse disorders touch all our lives, promoting...
Are you interested in starting an electrical contracting company? Starting an electrical business can be an exciting venture, but it can also be daunting if you don’t know what you’re doing. Luckily, there are several steps that you can take to ensure your company achieves success. Many entrepreneurs rush into business without planning, and this...
As of September 2019, around 19.7 million Americans battle a drug or alcohol addiction. This is probably why the job outlook for addiction counselors is on the rise at a projected growth of 23 percent for the next 10 years, which is much higher than the national average. (According to the BLS, as of September...
In 2017, nearly 20 million adults across America suffered from substance addiction. And 38% of American adults found themselves abusing illegal drugs. Drug and alcohol addiction has devastating consequences on the lives of addicts and their loved ones. These types of addictions can damage their health, finances, and emotional well-being. But breaking out of addiction...
The New York Times reported on the difference between the salaries of those who have four-year degrees and those who don’t. Their conclusion? There’s not much difference in salary, but there is a huge difference in the amount of debt that students owe when they choose to pursue a four-year degree. With the threat of...
Recovering from addiction–or counseling someone through the recovery process–is a remarkably difficult undertaking. You have to know when to be firm and when to give someone the independence to take control of their own life. A key factor in determining healthy independence is self-care. Or rather, how much someone in recovery is willing to commit...