Read more about the article Google Searches May Be Able To Predict Overdoses
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Google Searches May Be Able To Predict Overdoses

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…

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Read more about the article New Alcohol Diabetes Warning Issued
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New Alcohol Diabetes Warning Issued

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…

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Read more about the article Wisdom Teeth Surgery Blamed For Teen Opioid Addictions
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Wisdom Teeth Surgery Blamed For Teen Opioid Addictions

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…

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Read more about the article How Loneliness Can Contribute To Addiction
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How Loneliness Can Contribute To Addiction

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…

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‘Halloween’ Star Embraces Sobriety

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…

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Read more about the article When A Loved One Relapses…
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When A Loved One Relapses…

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…

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Read more about the article President Trump Signs Historic Anti-Opioid Bill
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President Trump Signs Historic Anti-Opioid Bill

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…

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‘Dopey Podcast’ Touches On Reality And Recovery

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…

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A Tribute To Recovery Pioneer Herbert Kleber

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…

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Read more about the article Phase 2 Of The Opioid Crisis
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Phase 2 Of The Opioid Crisis

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…

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The Importance Of ‘Overdose Awareness Day’

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…

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Read more about the article ‘Lyft’ Takes A Stand Against Intoxicated Driving
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‘Lyft’ Takes A Stand Against Intoxicated Driving

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…

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Links Discovered Between ADHD And Marijuana Use

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…

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Read more about the article The Latest Overdose Stats Are Not Looking Good
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The Latest Overdose Stats Are Not Looking Good

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…

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‘Fast Company’ Profiles Innovative Recovery App

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…

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Opioid Addiction Within The Construction Industry

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.…

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Read more about the article The Psychology Behind Gambling Addictions
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The Psychology Behind Gambling Addictions

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…

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Read more about the article ‘Recovery On Demand’ Is Gaining Notoriety
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‘Recovery On Demand’ Is Gaining Notoriety

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…

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Read more about the article America Is Drinking More Alcohol
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America Is Drinking More Alcohol

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…

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When Will The Opioid Crisis Reach Its ‘Peak?’

For a major part of this decade, Americans across the country have been ravaged by opioid addiction. Each year, we hear about increases in overdoses, incarcerations and fatalities related to…

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