Read more about the article Americans Consume 2.3 Gallons Of Alcohol Each Year
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Americans Consume 2.3 Gallons Of Alcohol Each Year

We all know that alcohol consumption is commonplace amongst people across America. But just how much are people actually drinking during a given year? Truth be told, the stat is…

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Read more about the article The Tragic End Of ‘Hollywood Superman’
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The Tragic End Of ‘Hollywood Superman’

As natives of Southern California, we were very familiar with the face and persona of "Hollywood Superman." He was a fixture of the Chinese Theatre and often appeared on the…

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The Emotion Most Tied To Addiction

It's hard to argue with data coming out of Harvard University. The famed Ivy League school is considered one of the best in the nation and the gold standard when…

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Read more about the article Embracing ‘Dry January’
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Embracing ‘Dry January’

We certainly hope everyone is enjoying 2020 so far. And, in what has now become a tradition, the first month of the year signifies a movement for recovery and sobriety.…

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Read more about the article Can Medicaid Expansion Reduce Overdose Deaths?
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Can Medicaid Expansion Reduce Overdose Deaths?

We always like to keep an eye on the articles that come out of U.S. News & World Report. Surprisingly, the national research site publishes a lot of interesting insights…

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Read more about the article Addictions Spark Rise In ‘Kinship Care’
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Addictions Spark Rise In ‘Kinship Care’

With the opioid crisis in full swing, it is not uncommon for once intact families to be completely torn apart. Whether it's a parent overdosing, a jail sentence or social…

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Read more about the article Home Depot Speaks Out On Opioid Crisis
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Home Depot Speaks Out On Opioid Crisis

We have mentioned many times before how the opioid crisis has a national ripple effect, which spreads far beyond the people using. Data has shown that the American economy has…

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900,000 People Googled ‘Heroin’ Last Year

If you ever want to know about the virality of a particular substance, look no further than Google. The famed search engine offers some interesting analytics when it comes to…

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Read more about the article New Research Highlights Dangers For Young Cannabis Users
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New Research Highlights Dangers For Young Cannabis Users

In case you were unaware, addictions can be even more dangerous for those with developing brains. Teenagers, for example, can put themselves at great risk for brain damage if they…

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Read more about the article New ‘Dopamine Fasting’ Trend Emerges
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New ‘Dopamine Fasting’ Trend Emerges

Leave it to Silicon Valley to embrace unconventional "out of the box" trends when it comes to conquering addictions. The latest concept (which was recently covered on the Vox website)…

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Read more about the article How Loneliness Ties Into Addiction
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How Loneliness Ties Into Addiction

We have all heard that the urge to use may increase during the holiday season. But if true, what is the real root of that problem? One prominent neuroscientist believes…

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Read more about the article Naltrexone Looked At For Meth Addiction Treatment
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Naltrexone Looked At For Meth Addiction Treatment

When examining life threatening addictions, "out of the box" treatment methods are often required; particularly for those who have had little success with traditional recovery tactics. And sometimes, it's those…

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Read more about the article Alcoholism May Increase Cancer Risks
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Alcoholism May Increase Cancer Risks

We all know that alcoholism and excessive drinking can lead to long term health problems. Typically issues can occur within the liver, but new research is showing that there could…

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Read more about the article Major League Baseball Gets Firm On Opioid Abuse
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Major League Baseball Gets Firm On Opioid Abuse

As a new year approaches and seasons of sports begin getting planned out, it is common for rules and regulations to get adjusted for the changing times. And that is…

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Read more about the article More 2020 Dem Candidates Push For Safe Consumption Sites
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More 2020 Dem Candidates Push For Safe Consumption Sites

As the big 2020 presidential election draws closer, you can bet that addiction and the country's opioid crisis will be hot topics for the national stage. And not surprisingly, they're…

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Read more about the article Kratom Becomes More Widespread
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Kratom Becomes More Widespread

We have most certainly warned about the dangers of kratom before on our blog pages. It has been shown to be addictive and can have long lasting effects on the…

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Alert For New Fentanyl Strain

Sadly, America's opioid crisis appears to be getting more dangerous at every turn. As the epidemic progresses, more and more lethal painkiller strains are hitting the streets and putting people…

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Read more about the article Opioid Breathalyzers May Be Coming Soon
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Opioid Breathalyzers May Be Coming Soon

There is no denying that opioids can cloud a person's judgement. They can also create a serious impairment if you choose to get behind the wheel. But for law enforcement,…

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MADD Turns On New Holiday Awareness Campaign

We all know that the holidays are a time of joy and celebration. But with those celebrations can come alcoholic indulgences and even substance abuse. That, in itself, is a…

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New Meth Addiction Awareness Campaign Goes Viral

Over the years, there have been a wide variety of Public Service Announcements (or PSAs) focused on the dangers of addiction. Many use unconventional tactics to get their message across,…

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