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…
Being the loved one of a person battling an addiction can be devastating. One the hand, you want to do everything in your power to "rescue them" from their destructive…
Up in the northern California city of Richmond, an exciting movement took place last month. Neighbors, friends and community members united to spread the word about addiction within the Native American community. To…
Modern technology can serve many purposes. And one of the more surprising uses we've been hearing about concerns popular "wearable" devices, such as the Apple Watch or the Fitbit. Apparently these gadgets are…
There have always been links between HIV and intravenous drug use. Addiction cravings can lead to many bad decisions, which often times include sharing dirty needles. Now with the rise…
For many, getting into a good sobriety program is easier said than done. Besides having to bob and weave through fraudulent practices, there is also the very real problem of…
Though we see dozens of news stories, documentaries and political ramblings about America's opioid crisis, one question (above all) deserves to be raised. Are these drugs being distributed less across…
The opioid crisis is certainly wreaking havoc across all segments of America's population. And one group that has been hit particularly hard are military veterans. To help bring that issue to the…
One of the most difficult things a person can do is come to terms with their addiction. Denial is a big component in this equation, as is turning a blind…
With Comic-Con still fresh on people's minds, now actually seems like a good time to bring an innovative, adult-oriented animation campaign to the forefront. And a Illinois-based advertising agency is doing just…
Typically when we think of an alcoholic succumbing to cirrhosis of the liver, it is after decades of abuse. But some newly released data is pointing to a change in…
When looking for solutions to conquer addiction, we often turn to the national news and headlines that illustrate how other regions are tackling the problem. With that in mind, we…
Over the past year, we've published several articles about how the opioid addiction crisis is ripping American families apart. And within all that turmoil, there has been one segment of…
With so much bad news circulating about overdoses and the opioid epidemic, we were happy to see a major outlet take time out to share some positivity. CNN offered a…
Now here is some research worth spreading around. According to new data coming out of Scotland, brain damage related to drinking is at all-time high. Now the interesting thing here…
By the looks of things, addiction is becoming a hot topic within the Hollywood backlots. Several new shows across networks like HBO and Netflix are touching upon the issue, with dramatic hard-hitting stories. But…
You've probably heard of "pop up" stores before. The concept is pretty basic; vendors set up shops for short periods of time in various malls and public venues across a…
As a recovery facility that holds itself to the highest standards, we are truly appalled when we see crooked characters come in and tarnish our industry. And sadly, that trend…
The opioid epidemic is continuing to wreak havoc across the country, which has led to several red alerts in our own backyard. One important one that arose this week came…
This past week, we ran across an alarming headline in The Wall Street Journal. The famed financial paper took some time out to address a growing problem happening in this country.…
We are all certainly blessed to live close to the beautiful SoCal Pacific Ocean. But what if the water was more than just a gorgeous tourist attraction? What if it…
There is no doubt that an addiction can cause tremendous damage to a family. Often times, it can lead to parental neglect and force children into the foster care system.…
If you've been surfing the web this week, you probably came across the viral movie trailer for Beautiful Boy. The upcoming drama produced by Amazon Films focuses on a drug-addicted teenager…
It's easy to point fingers at doctors and prescribers when it comes to America's opioid crisis. But could there be other factors to blame? According to a new study shared…
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