--- title: Residential Rehab and Recovery Blog | Clearing Staff (2) description: Blog articles on addiction recovery, how to stay clean, breaking addictions, and self-healing through spiritual practices. 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Unhealed trauma drains your energy and pulls happiness from your life, even when you do not think about your painful past. So if you want real hope and healing in your life, your addiction rehab treatment must include many hours of trauma counseling. [Read More →](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/effects-of-childhood-trauma-on-adults) ## [International Survivor of Suicide Day](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/international-survivor-of-suicide-day) Post Date November 16, 2018 Comments [2 Comments](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/international-survivor-of-suicide-day#comments-listing) Author [Clearing Staff](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/author/clearing-staff) Category [All Mental Health](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/all-mental-health), [Suicide](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/suicide) [![International Survivor of Suicide Day](https://www.theclearingnw.com/hubfs/international%20survivor%20of%20suicide%20day-1.jpeg)](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/international-survivor-of-suicide-day) Millions of people affected by suicide loss observe International Survivor of Suicide Day each year. Through related events, you gain comfort and understanding in your trauma toward healing and hope. If you suffered suicide loss, this November 17, 2018 health observance helps you focus on what you need for a better future. If you abused drugs or alcohol before, during or after your suicide loss, you gain your hope and healing through rehab treatment. [Read More →](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/international-survivor-of-suicide-day) ## [How to Overcome Low Self Esteem](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/how-to-overcome-low-self-esteem) Post Date November 12, 2018 Comments [5 Comments](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/how-to-overcome-low-self-esteem#comments-listing) Author [Clearing Staff](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/author/clearing-staff) Category [All Mental Health](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/all-mental-health), [Emotional Health](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/emotional-health) [![How to Overcome Low Self Esteem](https://www.theclearingnw.com/hubfs/how%20to%20overcome%20low%20self%20esteem-1.jpeg)](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/how-to-overcome-low-self-esteem) When someone has low self esteem, it can make doing normal activities seem impossible. They feel unaccepted, unloved and unable to accomplish their dreams. By learning how to overcome low self esteem, individuals gain the confidence and courage to live a fulfilling life. [Read More →](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/how-to-overcome-low-self-esteem) ## [Stigma of Mental Illness](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/stigma-of-mental-illness) Post Date November 08, 2018 Comments [1 Comment](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/stigma-of-mental-illness#comments-listing) Author [Clearing Staff](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/author/clearing-staff) Category [All Mental Health](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/all-mental-health) [![Stigma of Mental Illness](https://www.theclearingnw.com/hubfs/stigma%20of%20mental%20illness-1.jpeg)](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/stigma-of-mental-illness) Each year, one out of five Americans experiences a mental illness. Because of the stigma of mental illness, many people do not get the help they need. They may feel ashamed or uncomfortable about admitting that they need support. Thankfully, these negative attitudes and beliefs are gradually starting to change. [Read More →](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/stigma-of-mental-illness) ## [What Is Failure to Launch Syndrome?](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/what-is-failure-to-launch-syndrome) Post Date October 22, 2018 Comments [1 Comment](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/what-is-failure-to-launch-syndrome#comments-listing) Author [Clearing Staff](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/author/clearing-staff) Category [All Mental Health](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/all-mental-health), [Emotional Health](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/emotional-health) [![What Is Failure to Launch Syndrome?](https://www.theclearingnw.com/hubfs/medium%20(2)-1.jpg)](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/what-is-failure-to-launch-syndrome) Entering adulthood isn't easy. Some people struggle with this process, which is a problem that experts call failure to launch syndrome. However, what is failure to launch syndrome, and what can people do about it? The more that people know about this problem, the easier that it is to deal with. [Read More →](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/what-is-failure-to-launch-syndrome) ## [What Is National Depression Screening Day?](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/national-depression-screening-day) Post Date October 15, 2018 Comments [1 Comment](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/national-depression-screening-day#comments-listing) Author [Clearing Staff](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/author/clearing-staff) Category [All Mental Health](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/all-mental-health), [Depression](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/depression) [![What Is National Depression Screening Day?](https://www.theclearingnw.com/hubfs/medium-13.jpg)](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/national-depression-screening-day) October is a big month for mental health awareness. In fact, this month has not only Mental Illness Awareness Week, but also National Depression Screening Day (NDSD). This event spreads awareness about depression and encourages people to screen themselves. The more that people learn about depression, the easier that they can get help when they need it. [Read More →](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/national-depression-screening-day) ## [Celebrate World Mental Health Day](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/world-mental-health-day) Post Date October 11, 2018 Comments [1 Comment](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/world-mental-health-day#comments-listing) Author [Clearing Staff](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/author/clearing-staff) Category [All Mental Health](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/all-mental-health) [![Celebrate World Mental Health Day](https://www.theclearingnw.com/hubfs/Celebrate-World-Mental-Health-Day.jpg)](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/world-mental-health-day) Mental health problems don't get the attention that they deserve. There's a social stigma around them that keeps people from seeking help. Thankfully, World Mental Health Day attempts to put mental health awareness at the forefront. In celebration of the upcoming day, it's important for people to learn more about it. [Read More →](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/world-mental-health-day) ## [Do I Have A Drinking Problem?](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/do-i-have-a-drinking-problem) Post Date September 24, 2018 Comments [6 Comments](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/do-i-have-a-drinking-problem#comments-listing) Author [Clearing Staff](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/author/clearing-staff) Category [Drug & Alcohol Addiction Treatment](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/drug-alcohol-addiction-treatment) [![Do I Have A Drinking Problem?](https://www.theclearingnw.com/hubfs/Do-I-Have-A-Drinking-Problem-.jpg)](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/do-i-have-a-drinking-problem) Have you ever thought, do I have a drinking problem? Many people ask themselves this question. However, objectively answering it isn't always easy. That's why it's so important for you to know the signs and symptoms of having a drinking problem. [Read More →](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/do-i-have-a-drinking-problem) ## [Are You Struggling With Depression After Losing A Parent?](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/depression-after-losing-a-parent) Post Date September 20, 2018 Comments [2 Comments](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/depression-after-losing-a-parent#comments-listing) Author [Clearing Staff](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/author/clearing-staff) Category [All Mental Health](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/all-mental-health), [Depression](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/depression) [![Are You Struggling With Depression After Losing A Parent?](https://www.theclearingnw.com/hubfs/Are-You-Struggling-With-Depression-After-Losing-A-Parent-.jpg)](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/depression-after-losing-a-parent) When someone close to us passes away, we grieve for that loss. It's perfectly natural to feel blue for some time. However, are you afraid that your depression after losing a parent is becoming a problem? While each one of us has our own timeline for grieving, sometimes sad feelings interfere with the rest of our lives. Therefore, if you're having trouble moving forward after a parent's death, consider seeking treatment. [Read More →](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/depression-after-losing-a-parent) ## [What is Unemployment Depression?](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/what-is-unemployment-depression) Post Date September 15, 2018 Comments [2 Comments](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/what-is-unemployment-depression#comments-listing) Author [Clearing Staff](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/author/clearing-staff) Category [All Mental Health](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/all-mental-health), [Depression](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/topic/depression) [![What is Unemployment Depression?](https://www.theclearingnw.com/hubfs/medium%20(1)-1.jpeg)](https://www.theclearingnw.com/blog/what-is-unemployment-depression) Depression and substance abuse are common problems that often occur together. To complicate matters even further, there are many different causes of clinical depression. Therefore, the following information will define unemployment depression. It will also talk about the signs that can accompany unemployment depression so that you can recognize this problem. 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