The Who, What & Where Of The Opioid Crisis
We've certainly shared lots of statistics about America's deadly opioid epidemic over the past few years. But it is always interesting (and worthwhile) to dig into the data a little bit…
We've certainly shared lots of statistics about America's deadly opioid epidemic over the past few years. But it is always interesting (and worthwhile) to dig into the data a little bit…
Hollywood is certainly an interesting business. Telling emotional stories through films and television is definitely part of the equation, but so is turning a profit. And when you keep that…
Last year we wrote about the launch of a new sober dating app called Loosid, which seemed primed for success. Well now 15 months later, it has proven to be…
COVID-19 has undoubtedly been an extremely stressful time for all Americans. But it has been especially hard on the 20-somethings and college students across the country; creating intense disruptions to their…
President Joe Biden made some important political moves this past month in an effort to combat the nation's opioid addiction crisis. From the Oval Office, he signed new legislation that would…
For anyone looking to lose weight and improve their health, the "keto diet" has gained notoriety for its ability to minimize carbohydrates and convert fats into energy. But could it…
There are some interesting trends that emerged during these past 15 months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Behaviors changed dramatically, due to quarantines and social distancing regulations (including an increase in substance…
Consider this one important step forward in combatting America's opioid crisis. Last week a major milestone was achieved when the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (better known as the "FDA") approved the first…
It's a sad fact. But just like any industry, recovery patients can often fall victim t0 harmful scams. It actually feels like a worse jab for people in our field…
We've mentioned many times how nonalcoholic drinks are experiencing a sharp rise in popularity. So much so, that several major beer manufacturers are now putting out their own special brands. It's…
Vaccines seem to be the talk of the town these days. Obviously, everyone is aware of the COVID-19 vaccinations that are getting distributed across the country. But what if a…
As we've mentioned in previous blogs, April plays a significant role for recovery advocates in many ways. Not only is it Alcohol Awareness Month (which helps promote the dangers of drinking),…
It's one of the scariest trends to come out of the current addiction crisis. People fatally overdosing on drugs that are laced with dangerous substances like fentanyl. These are instances…
These past few weeks, we've been talking a lot about President Joe Biden and the new White House administration. Another one of our blogs covered his specific stance on addictions and the…
Being able to overcome America's devastating opioid crisis is a monumental task. One president alone surely cannot do it, but their influence and administrative power can certainly help move things…
April happens to be Autism Awareness Month, which seems like a perfect opportunity to share some new findings uncovered by The Atlantic. Traditionally, it is believed that those who suffer from…
It is an interesting way to think of recovery. Imagine looking at sobriety like a muscle. Something that requires work outs and needs to be trained regularly. Well that's exactly…
Though the 2020 statistics aren't quite final yet, all indicators are pointing to a devastating year for addicted Americans. Fatal opioid overdoses, in fact, may have reached 90,000 during the…
Recently, some articles were published surrounding the tragic death of George Floyd and his reliance to painkillers. Sadly, Floyd suffered from addictions like a great majority of Americans do and the stigma…
April has arrived, which signifies positive happenings like Spring, Easter and Passover. But there is another important distinction to consider during these next 30 days and that's Alcohol Awareness Month. Every…
We all know that gambling addictions can take people to some very dark places. But sometimes it's important to hear testimonials from people who have actually been through it and seen…
Throughout last year and the COVID-19 pandemic, we mentioned how alcohol sales were spiking and drinking habits were increasing across the country. Well now, several official stats for 2020 have been released…
On the surface, it seems impossible to envision a "bar" without alcohol. Traditionally, they have always been known as drinking establishments; where people can mingle, dance, play games and socialize.…
America's opioid addiction crisis has ravaged the country, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives. But it is important to examine an epidemic like this a bit closer, exploring exactly who…