Isaac Newton wrote the laws of gravity, Ludwig van Beethoven composed his ninth symphony, and Vincent Van Gogh painted Starry Starry Night, while all existing as famous people with mental illnesses. Although mental illness is often stigmatized, it gave them the creative power of divergent thinking.
Famous People With Mental Illness
Sober January: Long-term Solution or Temporary Fix?
For the New Year people resolve to quit drinking and develop healthy habits… for at least the month of January. Sober January, also referred to as Dry January, is a New Years resolutions trend originating in the UK that encourages drinkers to quit alcohol for the first month of each year.
Celebrate The New Year With These Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Start the New Year right with these delicious non-alcoholic drinks, prefect for a sober party or family gathering. Celebrate this New Years with good people and these eight alcohol-free punches, sparklers, ciders, and dessert drinks. New Years Non-Alcoholic Drinks Cranberry Sparkler Mix 2 cups of
Destination: Orange County Rehab
Orange County, California, now referred to as “The OC" thanks to the late Teen Drama of the same name, is the California Dream. Breathtaking beaches, sun filled days and year-round warm weather make this metropolitan area a popular destination spot. The mellow vibe creates the ideal setting for
What A Difference A Year Makes
What a difference a year makes! As we approach the end of 2014 and this festive season, we briefly reflect on our progress. What a Difference a Year Makes Morningside Recovery has a lot to celebrate this year. We had an amazing year of growth, helping more people than ever before get sober and
Recognize The Signs of Emotional Abuse
The signs of emotional abuse leave no visible bumps and bruises, but it can feel just as painful as physical abuse. Emotional abuse is usually subtle and hides in jokes, justifications, and manipulations. The abuser tries to convince the victim that they deserve every put-down, humiliating comment,
10 Dalai Lama Inspirational Recovery Quotes
The Fourteenth Dalai Lama — the Tibetan Buddhist spiritual leader and best-selling author — has amazing and inspirational recovery quotes that are relevant no matter your religion or faith. His quotes on happiness, compassion, and dealing with tragedy have the power to transform your life, if you
The Link Between Mental Illness and Addiction
There is a strong link between mental illness and addiction. People often use drugs and alcohol to cope with mental illness, or develop mental health problems after experiencing harmful side-effects from drugs. Although substance abuse may offer a temporary escape from problems, drugs disrupt
Why Morningside is Different Than Other Rehabs
The Fix is an online publication that deals specifically with stories about addiction and addiction treatment. Recently, they wrote an article about the Morningside difference, or what make Morningside Recovery in Orange County, California a standout from other addiction treatment centers in the
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