North American men are taught to keep their emotions to themselves, and they do. Studies show that up to 70 percent of young men avoid seeking mental health help, and only about 17 percent saw a counselor in the past year. There is a cost to this.

Facing rejection from family can feel like losing your safety net. You might experience outright hostility, silence, or exclusion. Understanding what’s happening and knowing where to turn can help you reclaim your worth and find genuine support.

Religious guilt is a natural moral emotion that arises when we believe we’ve fallen short of our spiritual or moral standards. In healthy amounts, it can guide us toward growth and accountability. But when it becomes chronic or rigid, often after strict teachings or spiritual abuse, it can shift into maladaptive guilt.

Now enrolling: supporting a loved one through addiction.

This group is for adults who are navigating the challenges of supporting someone struggling with addiction of any kind.