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History of Children of Alcoholics Awareness Week Children of Alcoholics Awareness Week, held every February, shines a light on the often-overlooked struggles faced by kids growing up with a parent struggling with alcohol addiction. It’s a time to raise awareness, offer support, and remind these children that they’re not alone. The week promotes understanding, encourages […]
Laws prohibiting marijuana sale and use have been loosening across the country over the past decade. While adult-use legalization measures failed in all the states aside from Nebraska that had it on the ballot this year, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is currently holding hearings to debate rescheduling the drug. What States Have Legalized Recreational […]
In part 2 of our Celebrities in Recovery spotlight, 5 more stars share their stories of hope. Battling addiction can be a lonely journey, but the openness of these 5 celebrities about their own struggles serves as a beacon, illustrating that recovery is achievable, and a thriving life is possible! 1. Drew Barrymore Drew […]
Struggling with addiction can feel isolating, but these 5 celebrities prove that recovery is possible. Their candor about their own battles with addiction provides a powerful message of hope and resilience. 1. Bradley Cooper Bradley Cooper’s journey to sobriety has been a powerful force in his life. After battling cocaine and alcohol addiction, he dedicated […]
Each year, on November 11th, we honor our nation’s Veterans. Veterans Day serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices that our armed forces’ brave men and women make. It is not just a day to express our gratitude for these heroes’ service but also a reminder to acknowledge the unique challenges that many Veterans […]
What Is International Overdose Awareness Day? Every year on August 31st, communities worldwide unite to observe International Overdose Awareness Day. It’s a time to remember the lives lost to drug overdose, support those affected by addiction, and raise awareness about this critical public health crisis. But it’s not just a day of sorrow; it’s a […]
On July 25th, we commemorate National Hire a Veteran Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the invaluable skills and experiences that Veterans bring to the workforce. Honed through service to our country, Veterans possess highly desirable qualities such as leadership, discipline, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities—invaluable assets in any industry. As these brave men and women […]
Demi Lovato is one of the many celebrities that struggle with cocaine addiction. Oftentimes, these individuals go to rehab centers for treatment. When these individuals are open about their experiences in addiction treatment centers, they may inspire others who have a dependence on drugs and alcohol to confront their problems and get help. In 2018, […]
In a year marked by sickness, economic uncertainty, and social division, the 2020 Christmas season is a welcomed reprieve from the realities of this past year. With a new year approaching, the comforting nostalgia of Christmas past is an alluring proposition. Many will stream Christmas lights, decorate their tree with keepsake ornaments, brainstorm for perfect […]
It’s often said that necessity is the mother of invention. Considering the ongoing opioid epidemic and the 14 million adults with alcohol use disorder, the demand for addiction treatment is rising. The onset of the coronavirus pandemic has caused stress on the addiction treatment industry, challenging traditional treatment methods. In short, there is an ongoing […]
While all eyes were on the presidential election in 2020, voters in Oregon got to make a different kind of choice with their ballots: they voted to become the first state in the U.S. to decriminalize all drugs. Additionally, they voted to expand access to addiction treatment. Oregon’s Measure 110 passed by a wide margin […]
When we last left off in the saga of Purdue Pharma, makers of the notorious opioid OxyContin, the multibillion-dollar pharmaceutical company had recently declared bankruptcy amidst ongoing legal struggles. Purdue was embroiled in thousands of lawsuits brought by states, counties, cities, Native American tribes, and other plaintiffs alleging that they played a key role in […]
