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It is quite a challenge to quantify how big of an impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on people battling dependencies. In many cases, it could be leading to a spike in addictive habits (such as alcoholism). But it is also wreaking havoc on those who...
If you ever want to know about the virality of a particular substance, look no further than Google. The famed search engine offers some interesting analytics when it comes to topics investigated within their network. And one term, in particular, led to a flurry of...
When it comes to combating crippling addictions to narcotics like heroin, unconventional methods are often proposed as potential solutions. One such suggestion (that has had its fair share of controversy) is the implementation of safe injection sites in major cities. The idea would be for...
A dependency can rear its head in many different ways. Sadly, there are a myriad of substances that can take over someone's life and send them spiraling into addiction. But which ones can create the most havoc? That answer is subjective, of course. But per...
Celebrity news outlets were buzzing this week with some disturbing news about recovery advocate Demi Lovato. Just months after publicly celebrating her sixth year of sobriety, the famed pop singer was discovered unconscious this week; apparently due to a heroin overdose. The good news is that...
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 from Los Angeles County Public Health officials, who issued a stern warning about black tar heroin strains...
San Francisco has always had a reputation as a progressive city. Whether it's tech development in nearby Silicon Valley, or new groundbreaking laws that more conservative regions are slower to embrace; they do seem to push the envelope more than most. And this week, local...
This week, the website Mother Jones published a very telling piece about the realities of overdosing and what potential criminal charges can go along with it. Though many may not realize it, sharing a drug like heroin could actually lead to a murder conviction. As Mother Jones illustrates; it...
With the rise of opioid and heroin dependencies across the U.S., it seems almost inevitable that we would see an increase in secondary complications. For decades heroin abuse has contributed to the spread of the HIV virus, specifically because of the use of dirty needles....
It certainly sounds like a far-fetched concept. Imagine taking an injection that could help curb cocaine, opioid or heroin cravings. As radical as that idea sounds, several prominent scientists have spoken out; saying that these types of vaccinations are in the works and could ultimately...
If you've been following our blogs, then you know that we report on a lot of different stories. But when one of those stories hits close to him, it becomes especially meaningful. Recently, several local news outlets have been reporting about a deadly heroin strain...
You don't often look to Buzzfeed for addiction news, but this week the pop culture site published a very telling piece about the impact of the nation's opioid addiction crisis. Specifically, it broke down the stats into two distinct groups: Senior citizens and post-college 20-somethings. Data has...
There is always a fine line between enabling and protection. For many, the thought of distributing syringes to heroin addicts only fuels their habit. But what we've come to find is that there are circumstances where a practice like this is acceptable. We know just...
Another month may be winding down, but that hasn't slowed the amount of recovery-related headlines making waves online. This week, in particular, we've caught wind of several relevant stories right from our home state of California. For this Addiction Article Recap, we'll be profiling some...
If we can leave our friends with any bit of knowledge before the year's up, it's this: Don't Be Afraid To Get Help. Too many times people think they have control of their habit and, as some troubling new stats have now revealed, that really isn't the...
Happy holidays VRC friends! We hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend. And we also want to make sure you enjoy knowledgable insights about our industry. That's why we continue to put out our Article Recap, which chronicles important stories related to addiction and recovery. This...
It gives us a good feeling when government officials continue to acknowledge the growing addiction problems plaguing our country. And this past Monday, President Obama took things a giant step forward by declaring September 19-23 National Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Week. Now we...
Discovering your child is addicted to drugs is one of the most painful issues a parent can deal with. Unfortunately, we see it far too much and always do our best to encourage moms and dads to get their kids into treatment. Though behavior may...
Usually we expect to see blockbuster previews before a movie starts at the local cineplex. But in Maryland's Harford County, a different type of announcement has been airing on the big screens. One that alerts theatergoers about the state's growing heroin epidemic. The 30-second clips carry...
This week, the UN Office on Drugs and Crime released its World Drug Report and the statistics were not good. According to their data, heroin use within the United States is at its highest point in over two decades. Their research shows that the U.S. has about...
