For many, the dream of becoming a doctor can be quite a daunting task. Not only does it require years of medical school training, there is also the very real…
Throughout our blogs, we make a point to call out news alerts and warnings about dangerous new substances in circulation. And this week, sadly, we have a new item on…
There is no doubt that addiction and sobriety are serious subjects. But sometimes, it is important to take a step back and embrace humor throughout the experience. Laughter, of course,…
Often times, people incorrectly assume that having an anger outburst can be somewhat therapeutic (it's what the trendy "Rage Rooms" are built upon, after all). The truth of the matter though,…
We've written many times about music artists who tackle the topic of addiction in their lyrics and videos. Demi Lovato, for example, created an entire recovery anthem with her hit…
It's one thing to secretly use on the job or hide an addiction problem. But it's a whole other level, when your problem gets so serious that you actually overdose…
Many people who grew up in the 70's, 80's and 90's are well aware of the anti-drug Public Service Announcements that used to appear in between TV shows. Well in…
Tragically for many people battling addictions, public restrooms can be a safe haven. It is there where they can use behind stalls and have their habits be undetected. This is…
It's still very sad to see the stigmas that surround addiction. Too often, people are branded in a negative light after overcoming a dependency; which, in turn, leads them to…
This past week, NPR published an alarming story about discrepancies happening in the way our nation is reacting to the opioid crisis. Thankfully advancements have been made; particularly with the…
You may not realize it, but in major cities like Philadelphia, San Francisco and even our own home turf of Los Angeles, alcohol ads are becoming less frequent on urban…
Tackling addiction on a national level is certainly no easy task. And if you were to quantify it (tallying up resources and expenses), there is no doubt that you would…
We've written many times before about the therapeutic outlets people can find after overcoming an addiction. Everything from art to ice climbing have been brought to the forefront. And one…
If you think about it, it's not hard to imagine the opioid crisis rearing its ugly head into the construction industry. Injuries are a common occurrence in that field and…
Once someone successfully makes it through a recovery program, a common practice is bestowing them a gift for support and encouragement. In recent years, one particular item has become a…
It's a sad fact, but years of substance abuse and/or alcoholism can do severe damage to your body. Thankfully the cravings can be conquered, with proper recovery and treatment. But…
We all know that alcoholism can have devastating effects on the liver, but were you also aware that regular drinking can greatly increase the chances of a stroke? According to…
There is no denying that certain animals can bring a real sense of healing for those in recovery. We have seen it ourselves with practices like Wolf Therapy, or even…
Every now and then, a certain song emerges that truly touches people who have gone through an addiction struggle. It definitely requires the perfect balance of vocals, instrumentation and lyrics…
As more candidates take center stage for the 2020 presidential election, addiction continues to be a hot topic. And rightly so, as America's opioid epidemic is claiming tens of thousands…
Over the past several decades, there have been plenty of unorthodox recovery methods attempted by researchers aiming to combat addictions. And this week, a highly unusual experiment made headlines involving…
There is no denying that getting behind the wheel while intoxicated can cause tremendous damage; not only for the driver, but for those around them. That's why many law enforcement…
Could it be that certain cultures are more prone to forming a gambling addiction than others? You'd think the answer would be no, but new research coming from NPR claims that, for certain Southeast…
For over 30 years now, April has held a special significance for those who have conquered (or are hoping to conquer) a drinking addiction. From now until the 30th, advocates…
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