Author name: Dr. Richard Crabbe

Dr. Richard Crabbe joined our team in 2019 as our psychiatrist and medical director. He attended the University of Ghana Medical School where he became a Medical Doctor in 1977. From 1978 through 1984, he was a medical officer in the Ghana Navy and provided a variety of services from general medicine to surgeries. He received his Certificate in General Psychology from the American Board of Psychology and Neurology in 2002.

World Suicide Prevention Day

World Suicide Prevention Day

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The 10th of September each year is World Suicide Prevention Day. The purpose is to:

● Raise awareness
● Help make treatment in Ocean Park, WA more available
● Remember individuals affected by suicide

The theme for World Suicide Prevention Day from 2021 to 2023 has been “Creating Hope through Action.” This serves as a reminder that there is an alternative to suicide and intends to inspire confidence in everyone. By creating hope through action, we can show people experiencing suicidal thoughts that there is hope, we care, and we support them.

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September is National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month

September is National Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Month

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The dawn of September means it’s time to shed light on drug and alcohol recovery awareness. While every day presents a solemn opportunity to raise awareness about substance rehabilitation, now’s the time to ramp up our efforts. It’s not just another month of community service or something to add to your calendar.

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International Overdose Awareness Day: Understanding the Importance of Awareness and Prevention

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International Overdose Awareness Day is a global event held on August 31st each year to raise awareness about drug overdose and its impact on individuals, families, and communities. The day serves as a reminder of the growing number of individuals who need help with addiction and the steps that we can take to reduce the risk of overdoses.

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August is Back to School: How to Avoid Peer Pressure with Drugs and Substance Abuse

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It’s that time of year again. Parents are preparing to send their kids off to college. As their kids look forward to the next chapter in life, parents worry about the party scene and peer pressure with drugs.

Unfortunately, substance abuse is common among college students.Using drugs and alcohol can interfere with academic performance, decrease the chances of employment, and lead to mental and physical health issues.

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Interpersonal Process Therapy for Mental Health and Substance Abuse

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Interpersonal process therapy for substance abuse (IPT) concentrates on relieving symptoms by improving an individual’s interpersonal functioning. It looks at current relationships and problems instead of childhood or developmental issues. In IPT, the therapists are active, non-neutral, supportive, and hopeful and offer alternatives for change. In general, IPT is: structured time-limited (the active stage is

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Psychoeducational Group Therapy for Mental Health and Substance Abuse

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Group therapy is a highly effective psychotherapy approach that has been used in addressing numerous issues by most psychologists and therapists. This particular approach has proven to be quite effective because it removes the concept of isolation from the person and builds rapport with other people who have similar issues. Psychoeducational group therapy is one

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