Chrissy Teigen: ‘I was done making an ass out of myself’

WATCH – We’ve all been there –  Dec. 31, 2020 - “I was done with making an a-- of myself in front of people (I’m still embarrassed), tired of day drinking and feeling like s--t by 6, not being able to sleep,” Te... Read More...
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How Mental Healthcare and Rehab Changed During Pandemic by Mike Bayer

It’s complicated... –  Dec. 23, 2020 - Second, there’s been a noticeably larger percentage of individuals that come to us requiring intensive mental healthcare compared to previous years. On average, approximate... Read More...
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Pandemic Blamed for Oregon’s 40% Increase in Drug Deaths

The most horrible time... –   Dec. 23, 2020 - “Many people who are using substances, they may be hanging by a thread as is,” said Dr. Tom Jeanne, deputy health officer with the Oregon Health Authority. “Throw in... Read More...
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Man Starts Knitting Group to Help People Recover From Addiction

Idle hands... –  Dec. 27, 2020 - As Mendonca spent his days knitting yarn and making his own unique creations, fellow residents at the facility began to take notice. One by one, Mendonca’s solo hobby turned i... Read More...
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Dr. Jennifer Wood, Guiding Patients with Addiction Through Pandemic

No relapses please –  Dec, 25, 2020 - “Patients who were previously well-established in addiction treatment, for example, their clinics may have closed due to COVID, and they’re not able to be seen in person any... Read More...
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