11 songs about sobriety, from hardcore to hip-hopIt’s Hip to Be Dry – January 3, 2019 - With Dry January ensnaring us, we’ve created the perfect soundtrack. (T)here’s a host of musical treats to buoy your spirits. From the vegan straight edge hardcore of Earth Crisis.... Read More...Jan 8 2019
Raiders’ Darren Waller works toward sobriety and chance at stardomFreedom is Stardom – December 21, 2018 - I relayed that story Friday to Raiders tight end Darren Waller, who grew quiet for a second, then said, “Wow. That’s powerful.” Waller, whose own life has included a cycle of dru... Read More...Jan 1 2019
13 Documentaries On Mental Health That You Can Stream Right NowHealthy Viewing – December 26, 2018 - There is still a stigma when it comes to talking about mental health issues, mainly because many people are misinformed, confused, or too embarrassed to talk about their struggles. ... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Definitive guide to the growing list of celebrities who say they’re sex addictsPeaking Johns – DECEMBER 22, 2018 - Obviously some sex addicts cheat on their partners, and their inability to control their sexual urges can destroy their relationships. But recent research suggests a lot of sex addict... Read More...Jan 1 2019
‘Enough is enough’: Addiction, recovery and hope, in their own wordsEvidenced Based Success – Dec. 22, 2018 - It wasn’t easy, of course. “Easy” has never been said about addiction. But in the almost six years since, Korhonen has gotten clean, gotten work, gotten a network of support. On... Read More...Jan 1 2019
A single personality trait is the foundation for almost all mental illness-studyDon’t Freak Out – December 26, 2018 - People who score high on neuroticism are easily worried and are more likely to experience negative feelings such as fear, anger, frustration, jealousy, guilt, and loneliness. They t... Read More...Jan 1 2019
‘Tech addicts’ seek solace in 12 steps and rehabGame Over – December 26, 2018 - For them, tech gets in the way of daily functioning and self-care. We’re talking flunk-your-classes, can’t-find-a-job, live-in-a-dark-hole kinds of problems, with depression, anxiety and... Read More...Jan 1 2019
First step to recovery begins at fire stationBurning Down the Horse – Dec. 25, 2018 - Fire stations make the perfect centers for this program because they are open 24/7, staffed by trained EMTs, and aren’t associated with law enforcement, said Providence Fire Cap... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Opioid Makers: Big Winners in Lawsuit SettlementsAmerican Nightmare – Dec. 26, 2018 - When the Justice Department in 2007 settled its criminal case against the maker of OxyContin, a high-powered painkiller, federal officials claimed a “victory” that would deter other... Read More...Jan 1 2019
A ‘Beautiful Boy’s’ Struggle: What You Need To Know About Methamphetamine AddictionSPEED KILLS – Dec. 28, 2018 - As an addiction medicine physician, I treat patients with all types of substance use disorders (SUDs): alcohol, opioids, marijuana, cocaine, tobacco, etc. From 1999 to 2017, the Centers for... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Wearable sensor can detect imminent opioid overdoseTime to Live – DEC. 28.18 - “Imagine having a friend who is always watching for signs of overdose; someone who understands your usage pattern and knows when to contact for help and make sure you get help,” says Rashmi ... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Tips for a healthier you in the new yearSlow and Steady Wins the Race – December 26, 2018 - University of Pennsylvania neuroscientist Amber Alhadeff put it well in a recent interview: “There are billions of neurons in the brain, and we can change behavior wit... Read More...Jan 1 2019
How Nostalgia Can Be Good for Your HealthSkipping Down Memory Lane – December 26, 2018 - You may want to think twice about doing that because research has found that nostalgia can be good for your health and emotional well-being. Strolling down a pleasant mem... Read More...Jan 1 2019
A Small Town Confronts Its Addiction CrisisHope for the Future – December 16, 2018 - “I have hope for my children and their future. I will do whatever it takes to help my children live a better life.” Shannon Marie Johnson is a mother of four who lives in East ... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Ace Frehley Says Non-Sobriety Figured in the Firing of His BandAce-ing His Recovery – December 16, 2018 - Ace Frehley revealed that non-sobriety was a contributing factor to the dismissal of his solo band ... Frehley, who struggled with addiction issues during and after his time wi... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Science Says Cheese is as Addictive as CocainePizza Gallery – Dec. 29, 208 - In the research, 500 participants were surveyed on their food cravings. During the study, meals containing cheese were the most sought-after, owing to the amount of dairy found in the dish... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Sugar Industry’s Sick Secrets Keep You SickSweet Jesus – December 26, 2018 - It’s not the only disease that’s reared its ugly head in recent decades. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease – a buildup of extra fat in liver cells, which can lead to cirrhosis, or scar... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Your Cart Is EmptyBuying Your Way Out – December 14, 2018 - A 2016 Pew study about online shopping found that 65 percent of online shoppers prefer buying things in person when they can, compared with 34 percent of people who prefer onlin... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Executive Corner with Kat CrossStick with the Winners! – Kat Cross is a native Chicagoan with an impressive background of life experiences. Alongside studying three subjects — Theater; Psychology; and Recreation, Parks & Tourism — at Western Illi... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Having Sex Boosts Old People’s HealthStill Doin’ It – December 13, 2018 - There are myths, misconceptions and stigma associated with aging and sexuality ... The first myth is that older adults are not as sexually attractive or desirable as their younger co... Read More...Jan 1 2019
American Addiction Centers & Young People In Recovery PartnerDancing with the... – Dec. 20, 2018 - In addition to providing treatment to tens of thousands of individuals struggling from substance abuse issues, AAC operates websites that provide directories of treatment centers an... Read More...Jan 1 2019
A Visual Journey Through AddictionNY Times Multi Media – December 2018 - To understand what goes through the minds and bodies of opioid users, the New York Times spent months interviewing users, family members and addiction experts. Using their insights... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Depression may be a side effect of some common drugsBUMMER – December 24, 2018 - In the study, the more drugs people took, the higher their depression risk. About 7 percent of those taking one such drug were depressed compared with 15.3 percent of those taking at least t... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Philly bans tobacco use at addiction treatment programsBold Move, Smart Move – DECEMBER 28, 2018- The programs will offer medication and counseling to manage nicotine withdrawal to any tobacco users, including e-cigarette users, who are admitted to the facilities for substa... Read More...Jan 1 2019
I have a successful career, money and a lovely boyfriend but I’m secretly an alcoholicTrue Confessions – Dec. 25, 2018 - Besides, I didn’t drink every day, and certainly not in the mornings, in fact, I could even occasionally give up for weeks on end, so how could I possibly be an alcoholic? What I had f... Read More...Jan 1 2019
Local drug treatment program is giving vets new lifeSurrender To Win – December 19, 2018 - On Dec. 13, the treatment court team, with the aid of numerous vets, made fleece blankets and scarves, which will later be donated to Hope Not Handcuffs and Macomb County Friends o... Read More...Dec 25 2018
Recovering Drug Addicts Credit Profit For Changing LivesTreatment Works – Dec. 18, 2018 - When Adamovic was just 14 years old, she became addicted to drugs and that led her to a life in and out of jail. “The drugs felt good. They made everything feel good. From the first tim... Read More...Dec 25 2018
Someone Loves You – VIDEOMerry Christmas – Laura Nyro (born October 18, 1947; died April 8, 1997) was an American songwriter, singer, and pianist. She achieved critical acclaim with her own recordings ... Her style was a hybrid of Brill Buildin... Read More...Dec 25 2018
Six ways to keep your addiction recovery on track over the holidays by Marty CookChristmas on the ‘natch! – December 21, 2018 - 1. Put your sobriety first. Don’t stop going to meetings because a family event is the same night. Instead, double up on meetings. Schedule exercise, meditation and meetin... Read More...Dec 25 2018
The value of owning more books than you can readReading. Remember that? – Oct. 2018 - I love books. If I go to the bookstore to check a price, I walk out with three books I probably didn’t know existed beforehand. I buy second-hand books by the bagful at the Friends... Read More...Dec 25 2018