Vape Pen Explodes, Shattering Teen’s Jaw
An incident where a vape pen exploded and shattered a teen’s jaw, bringsing light to the many dangers of teen vape misuse and addiction.
For Women’s Mental Health, Quitting Alcohol May Be Better than Never Drinking
Study finds that women’s mental health after quitting alcohol is even higher than people who have never consumed alcohol.
Three Years and 550 Lives Later, Next Generation Village Continues to Empower Teens in Recovery
Three Years and 550 Lives Later, Next Generation Village Continues to Empower Teens in Recovery
The journey from addiction to recovery is rarely easy, but it can prove particularly difficult for teenagers. This can be a tumultuous time for adolescents.
Why Are 5 Million Americans Misusing Prescription Stimulants?
Why Are 5 Million Americans Misusing Prescription Stimulants?
If you are unable to stop using prescription stimulants such as Adderall, an addiction treatment program can help you break free from the compulsion to use these drugs.
The Secondhand Effect of Alcohol in the U.S.
The secondhand effects of alcohol can be very harmful and negatively impact the families and loved ones of people who drink.
Teen Binge Eating and Alcoholism: Is There a Connection?
Teen Binge Eating and Alcoholism: Is There a Connection?
A new study links teen binge eating to later alcohol addiction.
How to Avoid Impaired Driving This Holiday Season
People often drive under the influence, but drunk driving rates skyrocket during the holidays. Here are a few ways to avoid driving impaired.
US Surgeon General Focuses on Addiction Treatment as National Crisis Continues
US Surgeon General Focuses on Addiction Treatment as National Crisis Continues
The US Surgeon General advocates for an additional focus on addiction treatment programs. Click to read on.
Anne Hathaway Explained Her Decision To Quit Drinking And It’s So Important
After binge drinking and hangovers, Anne Hathaway decides to be sober for the next 18 years for the sake of her son.
September is Pain Awareness Month
September is Pain Awareness Month
The U.S. Pain Foundation has chosen “unity” as the theme for this year’s Pain Awareness Month, using the hashtag #PainWarriorsUnite. The organization is also encouraging everyone to use a frame…
Russell Brand Credits Spirituality with His Addiction Recovery Success
Russell Brand Credits Spirituality with His Addiction Recovery Success
Addiction recovery is always a personal journey. After all, if there were a prescribed path that would take someone from addiction to sustained recovery every time, everyone would use it.
New Eric Clapton Documentary Gets Real about Addiction
New Eric Clapton Documentary Gets Real about Addiction
Recovery from drug and alcohol addiction, even for the superstars and icons in this world, is ultimately more about personal redemption than it is about being acceptable to society.
Running for Recovery: Run/Walk to Raise Addiction Awareness
Running for Recovery: Run/Walk to Raise Addiction Awareness
The Mind, Body & Soul Recovery Run is slated for 8:30 a.m. on Nov. 3 at Baldwin Park in Orlando, Florida. The event will benefit regional recovery communities.
Celebrating Doesn’t Have to Include Drinking
Celebrating Doesn’t Have to Include Drinking
Celebrating holidays with alcohol may be viewed as a social norm, but it is important to remember that drugs and alcohol are not necessary in order to celebrate.
5 Tips From Powerful Women Leaders In Recovery
5 Tips From Powerful Women Leaders In Recovery
She Recovers shares a powerful message: women can and do recover, that their pain is useful, and that they’re capable of changing the world.
What Big Pharma Doesn’t Want You To Know About Painkillers
The little-known story of the prescription drug OxyContin and how it’s linked to the greatest opioid epidemic America’s every seen.
How The Opioid Epidemic Took Center Stage At The DNC
How The Opioid Epidemic Took Center Stage At The DNC
The opioid crisis was placed front and center at the Democratic National Convention, where multiple speakers highlighted how addiction has affected them.
Astonishing Report from the CDC: A Rise in Prescription Painkiller Overdoses Among Women
Astonishing Report from the CDC: A Rise in Prescription Painkiller Overdoses Among Women
Between 1999 and 2010, almost 48,000 women died from overdosing on prescription painkillers such as Vicodin, OxyContin, Opana, and methadone.
Tiger Woods’ DUI Raises Awareness on Dangers of Prescription Drugs
Tiger Woods’ DUI Raises Awareness on Dangers of Prescription Drugs
Although details on Tiger Woods’ relationship with medications hasn’t been revealed, it’s a struggle that impacts people of all walks of life.
Study Reveals Widespread Prescription Drug Misuse in US
Study Reveals Widespread Prescription Drug Misuse in US
Addressing the opioid crisis in the United States will require more than traditional substance abuse education and treatment.
How America’s Prescription Problem Impacts Student Athletes
How America’s Prescription Problem Impacts Student Athletes
Prescription drugs have become a problem in the United States, and student athletes are more susceptible than most. Why are they more at risk than ever before?
Carfentanil Found in Fake OxyContin Pills in Cuyahoga County
Carfentanil Found in Fake OxyContin Pills in Cuyahoga County
Now there’s an added threat: carfentanil illegally manufactured to resemble OxyContin® painkiller tablets.
White House Labels Opioid Epidemic a “Health Emergency”
White House Labels Opioid Epidemic a “Health Emergency”
Overcoming drug addiction requires a holistic approach and strong personal commitment, but the results can be overwhelmingly positive.
Tragic Case Highlights the Danger of Exposure to Deadly Opioids
Tragic Case Highlights the Danger of Exposure to Deadly Opioids
When a person has a substance abuse problem, it impacts every area of his or her life, with family, financial, emotional, and often legal consequences. The good news is that…
