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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 previous 12 months span. That is a tremendous number and a possible 30 percent increase...
"Tough love" is a phrase that is often associated with addiction, particularly when it comes to families. Parents, brothers, sisters and beyond often choose to exercise estrangement as a coping mechanism for loved ones who are using. Other practices come into play as well, such...
Recently, some articles were published surrounding the tragic death of George Floyd and his reliance to painkillers. Sadly, Floyd suffered from addictions like a great majority of Americans do and the stigma around that has bled into the legal case for the man who took his life;...
April has arrived, which signifies positive happenings like Spring, Easter and Passover. But there is another important distinction to consider during these next 30 days and that's Alcohol Awareness Month. Every year during this time, advocacy organizations and treatment centers aim to bring more exposure to...
The best way to overcome an addiction is to never fall prey to one in the first place. Of course that's much easier said than done and there are plenty of extraneous factors that can lead people down the path of dependencies. But if there...
There are often many debates about the addictive nature of cannabis. Now that it has become legal in many states, advocates often praise its benefits; which tie back to pain and anxiety management. But other studies have shown it to be a gateway drug, particularly for...
We all know that gambling addictions can take people to some very dark places. But sometimes it's important to hear testimonials from people who have actually been through it and seen the other side. Noted Ohio publication The Columbus Dispatch recently did just that, dedicating a headline article...
America's opioid addiction crisis has ravaged the country, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives. But it is important to examine an epidemic like this a bit closer, exploring exactly who is being hit the hardest. Interestingly, new research data is showing that the U.S. Hispanic...
A few months back, we discussed some new legislation that would aim to reduce the amount of drunk driving deaths across the country. This concept incorporated a bit of tech and proved to be an interesting idea. The hope was that car manufacturers would begin...
In the past, we've touched on many industries that face addiction hardships. The construction field, for example, has been known to have a higher ratio of painkiller dependencies because of injuries on the job. Interestingly, those who work at Silicon Valley-type startups face these types...
If you've been following our blogs, then you are well aware about the increasing havoc that the synthetic opioid fentanyl is causing across the country. It is extremely addictive and extremely dangerous, leading to thousands of fatal overdoses nationwide. Well now, legislators in our home state...
It is worth noting that alcoholism can be fueled by actions that go far beyond drinking. "Consumables" are a prime example of this, as they can easily intoxicate you and further your addiction without you ever consuming a beverage. These can include alcoholic ice cream...
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 local government recently allocated $8 million towards a new series of PSAs, all designed to...
Addictions can lead to many bad things. And one of the worst repercussions of a dependency is attempting to take your own life. Believe it or not, that trend is more common than you may think and, according to new research, it is one the...
Every year on March 6, regions around the country commemorate the lives that have been lost to the opioid crisis. This memorial is done in the form of Black Balloon Day, which is a topic we've covered many times before and is celebrated by community gatherings and...
We often write our blogs speaking to people who may have gone through an addiction. But it is also important to address those around the person who may be suffering. Parents, children and close friends all experience their own unique hardships in these situations and...
It's an interesting scenario and one that is certainly unconventional for our industry. But we believe in promoting any type of addiction treatment that has shown success and, as NBC News Maine is reporting, one such model involves couples entering into sobriety together. The example of...
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 just happens to be the case with former Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Chris Therien, who has channeled his...
Relapsing is, of course, the biggest danger after completing a recovery program. Scientific institutions have studied this trend for years and we certainly believe this type of research should continue. To that effect, USC has recently conducted an analysis of their own on the topic and uncovered...
A few weeks back, we published an article about dependencies and social media. Specifically, how sites like Facebook and Instagram can sometimes trigger relapses and dangerous temptations. Well now, one more channel from that world is getting some addiction attention. Specifically Snapchat, which is now...
