Battling addiction as a parent is toughAddiction is hard enough on itsown. The presence of children makes iteven harder and may make recovery seem impossible. It’s always difficult to get sober, a
Opiate addiction isn’t the only problemfacing AmericansBetween 2011 and 2017, deaths dueto methamphetamine overdose increased more than fourfold. Law enforcement officials in many cities haveidenti
More than just a fadIf you keep up with health trendsyou’ve probably heard of CBD, or cannabidiol, an ingredient in marijuana knownfor its anti-inflammatory effects. Unlike THC, CBD is not an intoxi
Addiction is often misunderstoodBeing in the midst of addictionis incredibly difficult—and though we all learn about substance use disordersin schools and from popular culture, it’s much different
Cracking down on opioid suppliersThough opioid deaths havesubsided slightly from their record high levels in 2017, addiction and overdoseare still sweeping the nation. Thankfully, our city, state, and
Is Addiction a Crime?America has been fighting a “Waron Drugs” since the 1970s, with drug dealers and users alike facing strictcriminal penalties. Yet, opioid use andoverdose have become a crisis
Everything worthwhile requires effort. You can’t build a home, a career, or a meaningful relationship without putting in some hard work. Sobriety is in the same category. Diligence can help ens
The decision to further or continue your higher education is a commendable decision!Even more impressive is the fact that you will be doing it while sober. Certainly, the most rewarding and prolific p
According to the latest statistics from SAMHSA, as of 2020, <a href="https://www.samhsa.gov/data/sites/default/files/reports/rpt35325/NSDUHFFRPDFWHTMLFiles2020/2020NSDUHFFR1PDFW102121.pdf" id="">58.7%
It goes unsaid that addiction is a major public health concern in current times, but what may be up for debate is whether or not addiction is a disease. Treatment advocates often argue that addiction
Power is a vague concept. We want to assert control over our lives, we work to achieve influence at work and online, and we strive to manage expectations as they evolve, but how exactly does “po
Overcoming alcoholism is an experience like no other. It is the most challenging and courageous journey you will ever undertake. But it is a journey worth it for the hundreds of thousands of people wh
