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iStockphoto For the past two weeks, a construction crew has turned our apartment into a poop sauna on a daily basis. They are doing something to the street outside that requires them to shut off the water to our entire building from 8AM-4PM every day. The signs we find in the elevator vaguely

What is Dual Diagnosis? Dual diagnosis is a term used to describe a person who is diagnosed with a mental illness and substance dependency at the same time. More than half of persons who have a serious mental illness also have some form of  substance abuse. Dual diagnosis is sometime also referred

Months later and its crazy how many people have reached out and told me that I am brave, that I am strong, that I am inspiring.  As much as I appreciate the kind words, I don’t think they fully understand.  I am not brave, bravery is when you are fearless and ready to face and endure pain.  I was