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Futures publishes content to provide perspectives on issues related to addiction and mental health. Topics generally include commentary on addiction research and studies, explanation of psychotherapies and treatment approaches, useful information for people in recovery and their loved ones, and other content of interest to people interested in maintaining good mental and physical health.

Multiple Pathways of Recovery (Which is Best?)

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “Recovery occurs via many pathways.” It goes on to explain that because each individual is unique, having their own...

Older Adults, Addiction, and other Mental Health Disorders

The older adult population in the United States continues to grow. According to the United States’ Census Bureau in 2010 there were about 40.3 million people in the U.S. 65...

Understanding Types of Anxiety Disorders

Racing heart, sweaty palms, shortness of breath…these are all signs of anxiety. Anxiety impacts about 40 million adults in the United States every day, according to the Anxiety and Depression...

Mental Health and COVID-19: Where to Go for Help

Despite many people finding themselves tired of COVID-19 (on many levels), it continues to wreak havoc across the nation. And, as evidence continues to demonstrate the far-reaching physical health impacts...

Working the 12 Steps on COVID-19 (and other tough times)

Will I get sick? Will someone in my family get sick? How will we afford the house payment this month — utilities, groceries? How can I work from home and...

Understanding Major Depressive Disorders [Clinical Depression]

Feeling sad or anxious from time to time is normal, however, when these feelings persist or are so intense that daily functioning becomes impaired it may indicate a depressive disorder....

First Responders and Suicide: What to Know, How to Help

First responders are pivotal in helping people and communities navigate numerous types of natural and human-caused disasters. From hurricanes, earthquakes, and fires to pandemics and terrorist acts, these medical, military,...

Veterans' Mental Health Crisis in the U.S. is on the Rise

Members of the military provide invaluable services, protecting their country and citizens, providing aid in times of emergency, and much more. They face unimaginable adversity and overcome continuous complicated challenges....

Understanding Two Commonly Used Therapies (for Mental Health Disorders & Addiction Treatment)

Mental health disorders impact millions of people worldwide. In the United States, it’s estimated that more than 43.6 million adults experience mental illness annually. As the need for high quality,...