Read more about the article ‘Lyft’ Takes A Stand Against Intoxicated Driving
holding a beer outside a car window. speeding. blue tone.

‘Lyft’ Takes A Stand Against Intoxicated Driving

By this point, everyone is probably familiar with Lyft. The modern era's equivalent of the yellow taxi, this unique ride sharing service operates off an app from people's Smartphones. And…

Comments Off on ‘Lyft’ Takes A Stand Against Intoxicated Driving

Links Discovered Between ADHD And Marijuana Use

There is no denying that society's taken a much lighter stance toward marijuana today than it has in years' past. With legalization movements happening across the country, recreational smoking is become…

Comments Off on Links Discovered Between ADHD And Marijuana Use
Read more about the article The Latest Overdose Stats Are Not Looking Good
Corpse in the mortuary in the bag with a zipper.

The Latest Overdose Stats Are Not Looking Good

If you thought America may have turned a corner in overcoming the opioid epidemic, you are unfortunately mistaken. Sadly, we're just nine months into 2018 and there is already a very…

Comments Off on The Latest Overdose Stats Are Not Looking Good

‘Fast Company’ Profiles Innovative Recovery App

There is certainly no shortage of online services that claim to help people battling an addiction. But when your app is getting praise from famed startup mag Fast Company, that is certainly…

Comments Off on ‘Fast Company’ Profiles Innovative Recovery App

Opioid Addiction Within The Construction Industry

Over the past few years, hundreds of studies have been released probing into the devastation of America's opioid addiction epidemic. Everything from annual overdose counts, to gender data and much more.…

Comments Off on Opioid Addiction Within The Construction Industry
Read more about the article The Psychology Behind Gambling Addictions
Slot machines, Las Vegas, Nevada

The Psychology Behind Gambling Addictions

It's a sad fact, but there is no denying that certain industries do try to lure people into dependent behaviors. And, per a recent article on Heavy.com, some of the worst…

Comments Off on The Psychology Behind Gambling Addictions
Read more about the article ‘Recovery On Demand’ Is Gaining Notoriety
Working nurses in the CCU.

‘Recovery On Demand’ Is Gaining Notoriety

Up in the northern part of California, an interesting movement is taking place. Oakland-based Highland Hospital has been garnering national headlines for its revolutionary approach to treating people battling opioid addictions. Executives…

Comments Off on ‘Recovery On Demand’ Is Gaining Notoriety
Read more about the article America Is Drinking More Alcohol
Four glassed of beer on wooden background.

America Is Drinking More Alcohol

Trends can be an interesting thing to follow when it comes to addiction. When certain habits shift on a national scale, not only is it cause for concern; it also…

Comments Off on America Is Drinking More Alcohol

When Will The Opioid Crisis Reach Its ‘Peak?’

For a major part of this decade, Americans across the country have been ravaged by opioid addiction. Each year, we hear about increases in overdoses, incarcerations and fatalities related to…

Comments Off on When Will The Opioid Crisis Reach Its ‘Peak?’
Read more about the article Why ‘Tough Love’ Doesn’t Always Work With Addiction
A man carrying a suitcase about to walk out the front door of his house to travel.

Why ‘Tough Love’ Doesn’t Always Work With Addiction

Being the loved one of a person battling an addiction can be devastating. One the hand, you want to do everything in your power to "rescue them" from their destructive…

Comments Off on Why ‘Tough Love’ Doesn’t Always Work With Addiction
Read more about the article Exercise Being Used As Tool To Beat Cocaine Addiction
Young runner doing push ups exercise during cold autumn morning

Exercise Being Used As Tool To Beat Cocaine Addiction

There is no denying that every dependency is entirely unique and should be fought off using different methods. Cocaine, for example, is a highly addictive stimulant which many researchers have…

Comments Off on Exercise Being Used As Tool To Beat Cocaine Addiction

Local Native Americans ‘Walk For Sobriety’

Up in the northern California city of Richmond, an exciting movement took place last month. Neighbors, friends and community members united to spread the word about addiction within the Native American community. To…

Comments Off on Local Native Americans ‘Walk For Sobriety’

‘Wearables’ Cannot Prevent An Overdose

Modern technology can serve many purposes. And one of the more surprising uses we've been hearing about concerns popular "wearable" devices, such as the Apple Watch or the Fitbit. Apparently these gadgets are…

Comments Off on ‘Wearables’ Cannot Prevent An Overdose
Read more about the article HIV Outbreak Tied To Opioid Abuse
Close-up detail of blood being collected by the use of a capillary tube. Healthcare and medicine concept.

HIV Outbreak Tied To Opioid Abuse

There have always been links between HIV and intravenous drug use. Addiction cravings can lead to many bad decisions, which often times include sharing dirty needles. Now with the rise…

Comments Off on HIV Outbreak Tied To Opioid Abuse
Read more about the article States Now Helping With Free Recovery Treatment
Mississippi state sign along the roadside

States Now Helping With Free Recovery Treatment

For many, getting into a good sobriety program is easier said than done. Besides having to bob and weave through fraudulent practices, there is also the very real problem of…

Comments Off on States Now Helping With Free Recovery Treatment
Read more about the article Opioid Prescriptions May Not Be Slowing Down
Female medicine doctor hand hold clipboard pad and give prescription to patient closeup. Panacea and life save, prescribe treatment, legal drug store, contraception concept

Opioid Prescriptions May Not Be Slowing Down

Though we see dozens of news stories, documentaries and political ramblings about America's opioid crisis, one question (above all) deserves to be raised. Are these drugs being distributed less across…

Comments Off on Opioid Prescriptions May Not Be Slowing Down

New Campaign Aims To Help Addicted Vets

The opioid crisis is certainly wreaking havoc across all segments of America's population. And one group that has been hit particularly hard are military veterans. To help bring that issue to the…

Comments Off on New Campaign Aims To Help Addicted Vets
Read more about the article When ‘Weekend Drinking’ Becomes Alcoholism
people, men, leisure, friendship and celebration concept - happy male friends drinking beer and clinking glasses at bar or pub

When ‘Weekend Drinking’ Becomes Alcoholism

One of the most difficult things a person can do is come to terms with their addiction. Denial is a big component in this equation, as is turning a blind…

Comments Off on When ‘Weekend Drinking’ Becomes Alcoholism