Depression is an eminently treatable disorder that responds to psychotherapy or
medications; the efficacy of each has been established in hundreds of controlled trials …

In the area of addiction, Canada has been in a public health crisis since 2016. Addiction
takes a toll on an individual's self-worth and identity. In this narrative literature review, the …

Adverse childhood experiences are strongly associated with the development of mental
health disorders during the life span. When mental health issues are not effectively dealt …

Objectives Chaplains address religious, spiritual and existential issues with heterosexual
patients but critical questions arise of whether chaplains do so with lesbian, gay, bisexual …

Among the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, peer-to-peer support groups sought
virtual environments to bring individuals together. Building upon previous research of …

This phenomenological study focused on the question: What is the lived-experience of the
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Fellowship in relation to spiritual awakening for members of AA …

The purpose of this qualitative descriptive study was to explore how AOD counselors in
southern California describe the best strategies and practices to help people in recovery get …

This three-chapter dissertation examines the association between social connection and
substance use. In the introduction, I use excerpts from my previously published work …

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is one of the first places people with a drinking problem seek
help. It is a 12-step, mutual-aid support group that has been a fundamental component of …

Initially embraced as a protective measure, anonymity is now a cornerstone of Alcoholics
Anonymous (AA) for reasons far beyond member confidentiality. This manuscript considers …