5 Uncommon Signs of Alcoholism
Life is a blend of magic and mystery. Every day, we maneuver obligations and opportunities, chalking up several wins along the way. But there are inevitably obstacles that stand between you and your goals. Perhaps you don’t have enough time in the day to complete…
Why Are More Young People Experimenting with Heroin
Youth is a time of exploration. Many younger individuals travel abroad and connect with others in their fields of interest, but the pandemic put a halt to the traditional ways in which we gather and migrate. In turbulent times, distress spreads on a micro and…
What are the Benefits of Choosing Gender-Specific Addiction Treatment?
Thousands of people across the country leave rehab facilities every month. After successfully completing a rehab program and transitioning back to daily life after recovery is a delicate process. The fewer distractions and temptations that a person has, the better. Returning to “normal” life comes…
5 Tips for Having a Fun, Sober Thanksgiving
The holidays are often synonymous with excess. We eat too much, we sleep too much, and some of us may overdo it with other indulgences. Thanksgiving is, statistically speaking, the most dangerous time to be on the roads of the United States. Between the years…
Parental Addiction Affects the Whole Family
Battling addiction as a parent is tough Addiction is hard enough on its own. The presence of children makes it even harder and may make recovery seem impossible. Its always difficult to get sober, and caring for kids while doing so may increase pressure on…
Meth Use is Surging in the USand No One Is Paying Attention
Opiate addiction isnt the only problem facing Americans Between 2011 and 2017, deaths due to methamphetamine overdose increased more than fourfold. Law enforcement officials in many cities have identified the drug as the biggest problem among their citizens. Yet, almost all public discussion of drug…
CBD May Help With Recovery from Heroin Addiction
More than just a fad If you keep up with health trends youve probably heard of CBD, or cannabidiol, an ingredient in marijuana known for its anti-inflammatory effects. Unlike THC, CBD is not an intoxicantand is therefore considered much safer for public consumption. Scientists studying…
Finding Support and Understanding When Struggling with Addiction
Addiction is often misunderstood Being in the midst of addiction is incredibly difficultand though we all learn about substance use disorders in schools and from popular culture, its much different to go through one yourself. So different, in fact, that people who think they are…
Pharmaceutical Companies Are Paying for Their Part in the Opioid Crisis
Cracking down on opioid suppliers Though opioid deaths have subsided slightly from their record high levels in 2017, addiction and overdose are still sweeping the nation. Thankfully, our city, state, and federal governments are fighting back. Policy proposals have tightened regulations and increased the availability…
What is Gene Therapy and Can it Prevent Addiction?
Groundbreaking advancements in the experimental area of gene therapy have the potential to revolutionalize the landscape of addiction treatment as well as a broad range of other diseases. The first gene therapy was approved in the EU in 2012, and in the last few years…
Author – Chris Howard
Chris Howard is the Founder and Director of Ethos Recovery. He has a B.A. in Psychology from UCLA and has served as a community advocate/mentor for men and women in recovery since 2010.