New ‘Safe Stations’ Open Up For People Battling Addictions
Recently, we ran across some headlines from the east coast that were rather encouraging when it comes to overcoming dependencies. Out in cities like East Providence, Rhode Island and Fall…
Recently, we ran across some headlines from the east coast that were rather encouraging when it comes to overcoming dependencies. Out in cities like East Providence, Rhode Island and Fall…
The website Crunchbase is well known for covering hot startup businesses before they hit it big. And this month they've turned their attention to the recovery, with a wave of…
It is a well known fact that the fundamentals of treatment and sobriety can be applied to many facets of a person's life. These practices don't just teach you how…
When looking into the devastation of something like America's opioid addiction crisis, researchers often try to identify trends and preventative measures that can help reduce the amount of dependencies. Well,…
We all know about viral trends that pop up on social media and attract attention for short windows of time. Well, interestingly enough, this year has brought about quite a…
Finishing your studies and gaining a diploma is an accomplishment all in itself. But being able to do that after having beaten an addiction is something even more notable. Seeing…
Whether you've been touched by addiction directly or have a close friend or family member who has, outlets are incredibly important in expressing the pain of the experience. And while…
Technology is certainly moving forward at a rapid pace. While smartphones are still just as popular as ever, "wearables" are also becoming quite trendy with tech consumers. These can include…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
We often look to other states for inspiration when it comes to promoting recovery. And Indiana is becoming a shining example of how to properly address and de-stigmatize addictions. Their…
Amid all of the discouraging headlines about pandemics and financial woes, it is nice to read about positivity; especially if it's happening in the world of addiction treatment. And that…
We've reported many times about recovery facilities that follow unscrupulous practices. It is a sad reality, but it is something that is common in every industry and ours is not…
There are, of course, different levels of sobriety. Some people never touch drugs, but do occasionally partake in social drinking. Others abstain from any harmful substance altogether (our preferred method).…