Read more about the article Alcohol-Related Liver Transplants Are On The Rise
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Alcohol-Related Liver Transplants Are On The Rise

A story like this one is almost a mixed blessing. On the one hand, it is incredibly inspiring to hear that lives are being saved because of liver transplants. But…

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Read more about the article Donald Trump Donates $100,000 To Alcoholism Research
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Donald Trump Donates $100,000 To Alcoholism Research

Throughout his candidacy and now presidency, Donald Trump has continuously called out alcoholism as a personal topic for him and his family. The Commander-in-Chief openly admitted that his brother, Fred Trump, lost his life…

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America And The Opioid Epidemic

In 2019, it's hard to peruse through a news site without encountering at least one story about America's opioid crisis. And, as a recent Yahoo News article explained, it truly is an "American"…

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Read more about the article CNN Lists America’s Most Addictive Substances
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CNN Lists America’s Most Addictive Substances

A dependency can rear its head in many different ways. Sadly, there are a myriad of substances that can take over someone's life and send them spiraling into addiction. But…

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How The Government Shutdown Is Affecting Recovery

If you've been following the political headlines, then you're well aware of the partial government shutdown ordered by President Donald Trump. It is, in fact, the longest shutdown in U.S. history.  But as…

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Read more about the article Chico, CA May Be Facing An Overdose Crisis
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Chico, CA May Be Facing An Overdose Crisis

Being based in California, we always keep an eye on local stories that relate to addiction. And one of the more shocking ones (which received national headlines) occurred up north,…

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Read more about the article America Is In The Midst Of A ‘Synthetic Drug Crisis’
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America Is In The Midst Of A ‘Synthetic Drug Crisis’

  Where could the future of addiction be headed? Well if you happen to look at the latest headlines, the answer may be: A very dangerous place. In today's world,…

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New PSA Highlights The Trappings Of Addiction

We always appreciate an effective, hard-hitting public service announcement. And over in Arizona, some creative advertising execs have put together a moving piece about America's opioid crisis. Truth be told, this…

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Read more about the article Opioids Now One Of America’s Leading Causes Of Death
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Opioids Now One Of America’s Leading Causes Of Death

Ever wonder what the chances are that an average American will die from an opioid overdose? What if we told you they were higher than being killed in a car…

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Read more about the article New App May Be Able To Detect Overdoses
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New App May Be Able To Detect Overdoses

With America's opioid epidemic claiming tens of thousands of lives each year, it's not surprising to hear that numerous companies are jumping in to lend support. And on the tech…

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Read more about the article The Financial Burdens Of Addiction
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The Financial Burdens Of Addiction

Substance abuse can tear apart a person's life in many ways. Beyond the health and emotional tolls an addiction can cause, there are other factors to consider. One, in particular,…

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Read more about the article New Recovery Approach Explores Memory Altering
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New Recovery Approach Explores Memory Altering

What triggers the need to use, or a relapse for that matter? Could it be the sight of a certain substance? Or perhaps the sensation you recall about the particular…

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Read more about the article Harsher Sentences Coming For Fentanyl Dealers
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Harsher Sentences Coming For Fentanyl Dealers

Over the past year, you may have noticed an increase in blog stories about fentanyl. A very dangerous component of the country's opioid epidemic, it satisfies many of the same needs…

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Utah Implements America’s Strictest DUI Laws

Strict law enforcement is certainly one way to try and tackle America's addiction issues. And over in Utah, legislators haven take a particularly hard stance against intoxication behind the wheel.…

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Read more about the article When Your Addiction Goes Viral
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When Your Addiction Goes Viral

With the rise of YouTube and social media networks, people's lives can now be put on display without their knowledge or consent. And that can certainly be a consideration if…

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Read more about the article A Teacher’s Perspective On The Opioid Crisis
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A Teacher’s Perspective On The Opioid Crisis

Over the past few months, The Huffington Post has been publishing a series of personal stories about America's opioid crisis. This included personal journeys from parents of those addicted, first responders and…

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Using Software To Visualize Addiction

Recently, The New York Times published a story that discussed addiction from a very different angle. Its intent was to expose the physical dependencies and emotional pain that this issue causes, with…

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Read more about the article Vaping Labeled As National Epidemic
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Vaping Labeled As National Epidemic

There is no denying that addictions continue to evolve as new generations emerge. And one of the latest dependencies concerns e-cigarettes and the habit of "vaping" among teenagers. Across the…

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More People Are Overdosing On Cocaine

Cocaine has been flagged as an extremely dangerous narcotic for generations now. But according to new research, this stimulant may now be causing more havoc than ever. Per The National Center for…

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Read more about the article Homeless Shelters Start Enforcing Sobriety Rule
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Homeless Shelters Start Enforcing Sobriety Rule

Tragically in our home city of Los Angeles, homelessness has hit an all-time high. Across districts like downtown, tents and benches are filled with people who are now living on…

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Read more about the article Internet Gambling May Lead To New Addiction Crisis
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Internet Gambling May Lead To New Addiction Crisis

If you think the rising trend of internet gambling isn't serious, take a look at the latest  headline coming from The Hill. This week, the political site referenced a hearing that took…

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