For Brad Bell, it came down to one word: Willingness. “I was in pain. I needed help,” he recalls his addiction struggles after leaving the Marine Corps. “But I had the willingness to change.”
Read MoreBuilding a Positive Work Environment with The R.A.P. Philosophy
The Averhealth management team recently met in person for education and training for the first time in two years. We were honored to have Dr. Jermaine Davis as our keynote speaker on the topic “Thriving as a Team.”
Read MoreTrauma-Informed Approach: Are You Adapting to Today’s Stresses?
When it comes to humans, there’s no shortage of trauma. Violence, abuse, neglect, loss, disaster, war, natural disasters, pandemics, and other emotionally harmful experiences can all trigger trauma, affecting just about everyone, no matter the age, gender, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or geography.
Read MoreAssessments and Testing Can Save Us from Being Duped
Retired Circuit Court Judge Patrick Bowler of Michigan reminds us using standardized, validated assessments and reliable drug/alcohol testing, judges can gain objective information -and not be duped.
Read MoreHow Trauma-Informed Leadership Can Help Those Who Help Others
Learn more about American Parole and Probation Association 2022 Winter Training takeaways to support frontline staff dealing with workplace trauma.
Read MoreThe Twin Pandemic: Substance Use and Overdoses on the Rise
It may be a new year but, sadly, the heartbreak continues. The U.S. lost more than 815,000 lives to COVID-19 through the end of 2021.
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