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…
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…
In the world of recovery and addiction, one of the million dollar questions has always been: Can we ever get to a point where we can predict an overdose before…
It is common knowledge that indulging in alcohol consumption after being diagnosed with diabetes is risky. On its own, booze can create a myriad of health problems. And over excessive drinking with…
For millions of high schoolers across the country, getting wisdom teeth extracted is a common occurrence. In fact, for many young people it is their first real encounter with a…
It has long been said that loneliness can be a big contributing factor to forming a drug or alcohol addiction. By nature we are a social species, which is why…
This week, we are tipping our hats to acting legend Jamie Lee Curtis. As the headliner in America's number one movie (the spooky remake of Halloween), she could most certainly use this moment…
If you've been keeping up with the entertainment sites, then you're well aware that one of the buzziest movies of the season in the big screen drama A Star Is Born.…
For those lucky enough to never battle an addiction, the concept of "relapsing" can seem hard to grasp. People can often feel anger or betrayal towards a loved one who…
Nearly two years into his presidential term, Donald Trump has finally taken concrete steps to combat America's opioid addiction crisis. This has definitely been a topic he was vocal about, but legitimate…
The Fall TV season is in full effect and one premiere that garnered a ton of media attention was ABC's Roseanne. Now technically called The Conners, the sitcom reboot is now missing…
Earlier this month, the popular news site VICE published an important expose of the popular Dopey Podcast. Chronicling its recent rise to the top of the iTunes chart, writer Emily J. Sullivan covered Dopey's long, tumultuous…
There are many unsung heroes in our industry. People who make real progress in legitimizing what we do, but aren't regularly featured in the national news. Thankfully, this past month The…
With so many overdoses and so many headlines, the question often becomes: When will we turn a corner with America's opioid crisis? In truth, this epidemic has been gaining momentum for almost…
This week, pop culture fans got a dose of saddening news with the passing of actor and Kennedy cousin Christopher Lawford. While he will undoubtedly be remembered for his famous familial…
It's hard to believe that it's been a full year since we discussed the charity-driven Rock To Recovery concert. Now the event is coming back for a third time and with a…
This past August 31, an important annual event occurred. Though it may not have gotten as much publicity as we think it deserved, International Overdose Awareness Day did enter the American consciousness…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…