Highland Rivers Behavioral Health

Opinion July 11, 2026

Celebrating independence, every day

By Melanie Dallas, LPC Fourth of July is a good holiday. It happens during summer, when the weather is nice (extreme heat notwithstanding) and the days are long – and,…

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Opinion February 25, 2026

Know the facts about kratom

By Melanie Dallas, LPC Earlier this year I attended a legislative preview discussion at the Cartersville-Bartow Chamber with several Georgia lawmakers; it was one of several such meetings sponsored annually…

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Opinion January 21, 2026

Dry January and second-hand drinking

By Melanie Dallas, LPC Each New Year, millions of Americans participate in what has become known as Dry January – giving up alcohol (and hopefully other substances) during the first…