Substance and alcohol use has increased during the Covid-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, our culture often discourages vulnerability and help-seeking behaviors, especially for health care professionals.

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Every generation has certain topics that they dread discussing. Parents of high-school students dislike talking about college tuition. Nearly half of parents would rather discuss drugs and alcohol ...

Many families prepare for more than just turkey on Thanksgiving— they also gear up for tension at the table. A recent survey found that more than one in five Americans expected political blowups at ...