Jane

Jane

Jane is an expert patient educator, specializing in relaxation training, mental health support, and addiction medicine care. With over two decades of experience, Jane is a trusted guide for the transformative journey to a healthier and more fulfilling life.

Jane
  • 10 Min Understanding Addiction

    Gain an understanding of the basics of addiction, why it occurs, and methods to promote recovery.

    ☑ Addiction Understanding
    ☑ Harm Reduction Techniques
    ☑ Supported Addiction Recovery

    ✎ Learn the Facts: When supporting a loved one who is experiencing addiction, it is important to intervene as s...

  • 5 Min Alcohol Use Disorder

    Explore the signs, symptoms, and recovery pathways for alcohol use disorder.

    ☑ Addiction Identification Skills
    ☑ Relapse Prevention
    ☑ Recovery Techniques

    ✎ Learn the Facts: Some early signs that someone may have an alcohol use disorder include alcohol preventing them from being successful in w...

  • 5 Min Recognizing Gambling & Shopping Addiction

    Learn about behavioral addiction in the form of gambling and shopping addictions.

    ☑ Behavioral Addiction Understanding
    ☑ Improved Financial Decisions
    ☑ Recovery Support

    ✎ Learn the Facts: Research shows that gambling addictions are highly influenced by genetics. People who have family members w...

  • 3 Min What Is Porn & Sex Addiction?

    Discover the signs, causes, and impact of porn and sex addiction, and explore ways to seek help and recovery.

    ☑ Addiction Awareness
    ☑ Symptom Management
    ☑ Recovery Strategies

    ✎ Learn the Facts: People experiencing a porn or sex addiction are 50% more likely to develop a substance abuse addictio...

  • 5 Min Navigating Substance Use Disorder

    Learn practical strategies and support options for understanding and managing substance use disorder on the path to recovery.

    ☑ Substance Abuse Awareness
    ☑ Mindful Recovery Support
    ☑ Enhanced Mental Health

    ✎ Learn the Facts: Anyone can be impacted by substance use disorder regardless of factors...

  • 3 Min Mentally Preparing For Surgery: Validating Fear

    Acknowledge and address your fears and anxieties before surgery to enhance confidence and readiness.

    ☑ Improved Coping Skills
    ☑ Increased Confidence
    ☑ Enhanced Optimism

    ✎ Learn The Science: Effective preoperative psychological interventions have been demonstrated to reduce preoperative anxiety ...

  • 4 Min Breathing Technique For Surgery

    Utilize controlled breathing exercises to promote relaxation, reduce anxiety, and optimize confidence before a procedure.

    ☑ Improved Confidence
    ☑ Increased Relaxation
    ☑ Reduced Anxiety

    ✎ Learn The Science: Deep breathing exercises can help regulate the autonomic nervous system, leading to a dec...

  • 3 Min Smile To The Heart Technique

    Cultivate inner calmness and enhance positivity before a procedure with this smiling technique.

    ☑ Improved Positivity
    ☑ Increased Coping Skills
    ☑ Reduced Anxiety

    ✎ Learn The Science: Research suggests incorporating positive emotions and imagery can activate the release of endorphins and oxytoci...

  • 3 Min Understanding Tobacco Use

    Highlight the psychological and physiological dimensions of tobacco use and empower individuals on a journey towards a tobacco-free life.

    ☑ Improved Health Literacy
    ☑ Enhanced Respiratory Health
    ☑ Boosted Self-Confidence

    ✎ Learn The Science: Numerous studies have established a clear link betwee...

  • 3 Min Live A Tobacco-Free Life Long-Term

    Empower yourself with the skills, support, and mindset needed to quit tobacco and thrive in the long term.

    ☑ Improved Respiratory Function
    ☑ Enhanced Immune System
    ☑ Boosted Cardiovascular Wellness

    ✎ Learn The Science: Within hours of quitting smoking, heart rate and blood pressure decrease, an...

  • 3 Min Coping Strategies To Handle Nicotine Withdrawal Symptoms

    Explore effective coping strategies tailored to address the challenges of nicotine withdrawal.

    ☑ Increased Resilience
    ☑ Reduced Cancer Risk
    ☑ Boosted Symptom Management

    ✎ Learn The Science: Practicing deep-breathing exercises during tobacco cessation has been scientifically proven to be benefic...