Sober Spaces in College
Sober spaces are areas, whether living facilities or communities, where students can feel comfortable without worrying about peer pressure or safeguarding their recovery.
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Today is National Overdose Awareness Day
The National Safety Council is encouraging Americans to observe International Overdose Awareness Day, a time to remember those we have lost to drug overdoses.
September is National Recovery Month
Though being years sober is quite an accomplishment, this month is not about competition, it is to celebrate and commemorate each and every one of us currently in recovery – whether for 30 years or for 3 days – each is just as remarkable.
Warning Signs of Heroin Addiction
As the opioid epidemic increases, heroin use is also on the rise. Often people turn to this opioid as a cheaper alternative to prescription painkillers. Learn how to tell if your loved one is using heroin.
Prescription Drug Abuse Support Groups
Prescription drug abuse has become an overwhelming problem today. The origins of this type of addiction are slightly different than other addictions and thus should have the support that aligns with it. Here are some examples of support groups tailored specifically for prescription drug abuse.
Signs of an Alcoholic Relapse
Relapses happen. Hopefully as loved ones we can recognize the signs to prevent them when possible and in the event that they do happen, how to handle them appropriately.
5 Celebrities You May Be Surprised Struggled With Addiction
Addiction affects all walks of life, from your next door neighbor to some A-list celebrities. Follow these people’s actions and be open about your struggles. This is the only way to get help and move forward.
Marijuana
Marijuana is one of the most popular illegal drugs in the United States. In 2016, 51% of people in the United States admitted to using cannabis in their life. About 12% had used it in the past year, and 7.3% had used it in the past month. Marijuana is legal recreationally in certain states, medically…
Why Professional Help is Needed with Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Are you looking for professional alcohol addiction treatment but don’t know where to begin? For starters, we’ve heard that addiction is a disease but what does that really mean? Well, from a biopsychological standpoint, people who struggle with substance abuse generally have a deficit in the function of their prefrontal cortex – the region of the…
How to Beat the Stigma Behind Alcohol Addiction
One in eight Americans suffers from alcohol addiction. Of the 20.6 million adults who suffer from an alcohol use disorder, less than 10% seek treatment. Interestingly enough, financials and availability are rarely the problems; instead, almost 96% of people who fail to seek treatment for alcohol addiction do so because they believe they do not…