11 songs about sobriety, from hardcore to hip-hop

It’s Hip to Be Dry – January 3, 2019 - With Dry January ensnaring us, we’ve created the perfect soundtrack.…

6 years ago

Raiders’ Darren Waller works toward sobriety and chance at stardom

Freedom is Stardom – December 21, 2018 - I relayed that story Friday to Raiders tight end Darren Waller, who…

6 years ago

13 Documentaries On Mental Health That You Can Stream Right Now

Healthy Viewing – December 26, 2018 - There is still a stigma when it comes to talking about mental health…

6 years ago

Definitive guide to the growing list of celebrities who say they’re sex addicts

Peaking Johns – DECEMBER 22, 2018 - Obviously some sex addicts cheat on their partners, and their inability to control…

6 years ago

‘Enough is enough’: Addiction, recovery and hope, in their own words

Evidenced Based Success – Dec. 22, 2018 - It wasn’t easy, of course. “Easy” has never been said about addiction.…

6 years ago

A single personality trait is the foundation for almost all mental illness-study

Don’t Freak Out – December 26, 2018 - People who score high on neuroticism are easily worried and are more…

6 years ago

‘Tech addicts’ seek solace in 12 steps and rehab

Game Over – December 26, 2018 - For them, tech gets in the way of daily functioning and self-care.  We’re…

6 years ago

First step to recovery begins at fire station

Burning Down the Horse – Dec. 25, 2018  - Fire stations make the perfect centers for this program because they…

6 years ago

Opioid Makers: Big Winners in Lawsuit Settlements

American Nightmare – Dec. 26, 2018 -  When the Justice Department in 2007 settled its criminal case against the maker…

6 years ago

A ‘Beautiful Boy’s’ Struggle: What You Need To Know About Methamphetamine Addiction

SPEED KILLS – Dec. 28, 2018 - As an addiction medicine physician, I treat patients with all types of substance…

6 years ago

Wearable sensor can detect imminent opioid overdose

Time to Live – DEC. 28.18 - “Imagine having a friend who is always watching for signs of overdose; someone…

6 years ago

Tips for healthier you in the new year

Slow and Steady Wins the Race – December 26, 2018 - University of Pennsylvania neuroscientist Amber Alhadeff put it well…

6 years ago

How Nostalgia Can Be Good for Your Health

Skipping Down Memory Lane – December 26, 2018 - You may want to think twice about doing that because research…

6 years ago

A Small Town Confronts Its Addiction Crisis

Hope for the Future – December 16, 2018 - “I have hope for my children and their future. I will…

6 years ago

Ace Frehley Says Non-Sobriety Figured in the Firing of His Band

Ace-ing His Recovery – December 16, 2018 - Ace Frehley revealed that non-sobriety was a contributing factor to the dismissal of…

6 years ago

Science Says Cheese is as Addictive as Cocaine

Pizza Gallery – Dec. 29, 208 - In the research, 500 participants were surveyed on their food cravings. During the…

6 years ago

Sugar Industry’s Sick Secrets Keep You Sick

Sweet Jesus – December 26, 2018 - It’s not the only disease that’s reared its ugly head in recent decades.…

6 years ago

Your Cart Is Empty

Buying Your Way Out – December 14, 2018 - A 2016 Pew study about online shopping found that 65 percent…

6 years ago

Executive Corner with Kat Cross

Stick with the Winners! – Kat Cross is a native Chicagoan with an impressive background of life experiences. Alongside studying three…

6 years ago

Having Sex Boosts Old People’s Health

Still Doin’ It – December 13, 2018 - There are myths, misconceptions and stigma associated with aging and sexuality ... The…

6 years ago

American Addiction Centers & Young People In Recovery Partner

Dancing with the... – Dec. 20, 2018 - In addition to providing treatment to tens of thousands of individuals struggling…

6 years ago

A Visual Journey Through Addiction

NY Times Multi Media – December 2018 - To understand what goes through the minds and bodies of opioid users, the…

6 years ago

Depression may be side effect of some common drugs

BUMMER – December 24, 2018 - In the study, the more drugs people took, the higher their depression risk. About…

6 years ago

Philly bans tobacco use at addiction treatment programs

Bold Move, Smart Move – DECEMBER 28, 2018- The programs will offer medication and counseling to manage nicotine withdrawal to…

6 years ago

I have successful career, money and a lovely boyfriend but I’m secretly an alcoholic

True Confessions – Dec. 25, 2018 - Besides, I didn’t drink every day, and certainly not in the mornings, in…

6 years ago

Local drug treatment program is giving vets new life

Surrender To Win – December 19, 2018 - On Dec. 13, the treatment court team, with the aid of numerous vets,…

6 years ago

Recovering Drug Addicts Credit Profit For Changing Lives

Treatment Works – Dec. 18, 2018 - When Adamovic was just 14 years old, she became addicted to drugs and…

6 years ago

Someone Loves You – VIDEO

Merry Christmas – Laura Nyro (born October 18, 1947; died April 8, 1997) was an American songwriter, singer, and pianist.…

6 years ago

Six ways to keep your addiction recovery on track over the holidays by Marty Cook

Christmas on the ‘natch! – December 21, 2018 - 1. Put your sobriety first. Don’t stop going to meetings because…

6 years ago

The value of owning more books than you can read

Reading. Remember that?  – Oct. 2018 - I love books. If I go to the bookstore to check a price,…

6 years ago