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  • What is Kratom? Kratom (Mitragyna Speciosa/Korth) is a leaf on trees that are native to Myanmar, Thailand, Indonesia, Phillipine, Papua New Guinea and other various parts of Southeast Asia. This tree is a member of the coffee family. Kratom can come in powder, pill or tea form in most cases and depending on the dosage [...]

  • Recently, I wrote a blog on healthy friendships and relationships. Today, I want to talk about what unhealthy relationships look like. Maybe you are a teen who is getting ready to date or you are already dating. Maybe you are a parent who is concerned that something about your child’s relationship is a little “off.” [...]

  • Healthy Teen Friendships and Relationships Friendships and relationships are important to all of us. They give us a sense of belonging and a system of support when things go wrong. How many times have you called your best friend after the worst day of your life? We all have. More importantly, healthy friendships and relationships [...]

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