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Can Technology Reduce Substance Abuse?

PHONING IT IN – March 31, 2022 - UCF clinical psychologist and Professor Lidia Meshesha works tirelessly to help improve the lives of people afflicted by addiction. She knows from previous studies, that many... Read More...

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Star Leah McSweeney Was Julia Fox’s AA Sponsor

IN THE SCHMOOZE – March 31, 2022 - On that episode from November 2021, Fox said, “Leah was my sponsor in AA. We were both so sick and suffering.” McSweeney added, “I have the coolest sponsees though. I mean, I ... Read More...

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April Is Alcohol Awareness Month

AUDIO – SHE’S DEFINITELY AWARE! – April 2, 2022 - This month is a chance to spread awareness of alcohol consumption and reduce the stigma of reducing alcohol consumption. This year’s theme is “For The Health of... Read More...

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A Smidgen of Alcohol May Increase Risk of Heart Disease

AUDIO – HOW ABOUT A THIMBLEFUL? – March 31, 2022 - The investigators used analyses of genetic and medical data of over 371,000 people, averaging 57 years of age and reportedly consumed nine drinks per week, wh... Read More...

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How to Stop Drinking Alcohol for Good

VIDEO – ONE DAY AT A TIME – April 2, 2022 - “The abrupt cessation of alcohol consumption following prolonged excessive use can lead to a life-threatening withdrawal syndrome,” Koob said. He lists the three phas... Read More...

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A Fond Farewell

By Christopher Dale THE SAD DEMISE OF THE FIX – April 4, 2022 - As a writer and recovering addict, the highest praise I can give a media outlet is it made me better at each. TheFix.com, which suddenly and su... Read More...

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Where Have All the Artist-Addicts Gone?

THEY’RE DEAD? – Mar. 24, 2022 - Any list of the great authors and poets of the 20th century would include countless addicts: Lucia Berlin, Elizabeth Bishop, Raymond Carver, John Cheever, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Er... Read More...

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Does Moderate Drinking Protect Your Heart? NO

DOES SMOG HELP YOUR BREATHING? – March 29, 2022 - Some researchers have reported that drinking modestly protects the heart because moderate drinkers as a group have less heart disease than those who drink heav... Read More...

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Next Big Addiction Treatment

EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN – March 31, 2022 - “The old rule of thumb is that one-third of people get better, one-third stay the same, and one-third continue to get worse,” said Dr. Michael Bogenschutz, a psyc... Read More...

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Why Are Addictions So Powerful? by Dr. Gabor Maté

VIDEO – PASSION PLAY – March 23, 2022 - From TEDx Talks: “As a medical doctor, I work in Vancouver, Canada, and I have worked with some very, very addicted people. People who use heroin, they inject cocaine, t... Read More...

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American Airlines Begins Selling Alcohol On Flights Again

“CAN I BE HIM?” – March 20, 2022 - The airline confirmed in a statement: “Our customers have expressed that having these options onboard is important to their experience with us.” The prices for inflight alcoh... Read More...

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What’s Wrong with Calling Love an Addiction?

SOMETIMES IT HURTS LIKE ONE – Mar. 22, 2022 - It’s typical to find your mind preoccupied with a love interest during the “honeymoon phase,” when you’re first falling for someone, explains Omar Ruiz, licensed th... Read More...

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Focus on Smoking, Obesity and Alcoholism has ‘Gone Backwards’

A VISIONARY? – March 23, 2022 - He warned that some of the solutions would “require political capital” and were “not necessarily going to be immediately popular”. Prof Whitty said the temptation was to “alwa... Read More...

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Doctor Convicted for Fraud: $112 Million In Addiction Treatment Services Never Rendered

ANYTHING FOR A BUCK – March 24, 2022 - Santeiro, who is a doctor, was convicted of conspiracy to commit healthcare fraud and wire fraud, and eight counts of healthcare fraud. He faces up to 20 years in priso... Read More...

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How Qigong Can Treat Addiction

MOVING AND GROOVING – March 25, 2022 - Attending one of Miller’s virtual classes during lockdown, it was easy to see that participants’ stress and anxiety was high. At first the screen was filled with scrunche... Read More...

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Britney Spears: Victim of Societal Objectification

FINALLY FREE – Mar. 24, 2022 - She may have been silenced by her conservatorship for 13 years, but Britney Spears is refusing to be silenced any longer. The singer is taking her newfound freedom to social medi... Read More...

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Sobriety Surprises-Stars Who Revealed They Got Sober

SHARING THE ANONYMOUS SECRET – March 25, 2022 - Hollywood is no stranger to sober celebs, with many using their experiences to help other alcoholics and addicts find the courage they need to start their sobrie... Read More...

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Recovery Center’s CEO Faces Accusations of Sexual Misconduct

AUDIO – FROM CASH TO CRASH – March 22, 2022 - Elizabeth is not alone. An NHPR investigation has discovered multiple allegations of sexual misconduct, abusive leadership, and retaliation by Spofford while he wa... Read More...

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‘Prolonged Grief Disorder’ Now a Mental Health Diagnosis

THEIR TURN TO CRY – Mar. 22, 2022 - It will most likely open a stream of funding for research into treatments — naltrexone, a drug used to help treat addiction, is currently in clinical trials as a form of grie... Read More...

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Comedian Dave Coulier Shares Bloodied Photo

TIME TO GET SOBER? – March 24, 2022 - I was a drunk. Yes. An alcoholic. I’ve been alcohol free since January 1, 2020. When I drank, I was the life of the party. I could make people laugh until they fell down. I... Read More...

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Taylor Hawkins, Foo Fighters’ Drummer, Dies at 50

GONE TOO SOON – Mar. 25, 2022 - Recognizable for his flailing limbs, surfer’s good looks and wide, childlike grin, Mr. Hawkins became a member of the band led by Dave Grohl for its third album, “There Is Nothin... Read More...

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What’s Driving the Dramatic Rise In Alcohol Deaths

VIDEO – BOOZE KILLS TOO...MANY – March 2022 - Judy Woodruff: We have regularly reported on the continuing rise in opioid and overdose deaths during the pandemic. But what’s gotten far less attention is a sh... Read More...

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Alcohol-Related Deaths Spiked During the Pandemic

COLLATERAL DAMAGE – March 22, 2022 - Among adults younger than 65, alcohol-related deaths actually outnumbered deaths from COVID-19 in 2020; 74,408 Americans ages 16-64 died of alcohol-related causes, while 74,075 in... Read More...

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Rabbi Details His Story of Addiction and Recovery

SHALOM – March 14, 2022 - “What’s significant is that today I sent somebody to rehab, I kissed my kids and walked my dog and I didn’t have to lie to anybody and I can be as honest as I want to and it’s an amaz... Read More...

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Jews Who Drink Too Much Strive for Sobriety During Purim Bacchanalia

L’CHAIM LITE – March 16, 2022 - When Jerry was 21, he was invited to a “white kiddush,” a twist on the Shabbat service that substitutes vodka for the traditional wine or grape juice. It took place during Purim... Read More...

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Wes Hurt Shares his Recovery Story at SWSX

VIDEO – HE’S CLEAN FOR A CAUSE – Mar. 18, 2022 - South by Southwest (SXSW) is tackling the growing problem of addiction in America. 275 people die every day in the U.S. from a drug overdose. It’s why Austin ent... Read More...

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Israel Cason, Founder Of Treatment Program, Dies

AUDIO – OF SUPREME SERVICE – March 13, 2022 - He also joined the Fruit of Islam in the Nation of Islam and worked in its local bakery. But after the death of Elijah Muhammad, he resumed drug use. That lifest... Read More...

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Can Technology Reduce Substance Abuse?

April Is Alcohol Awareness Month

A Smidgen of Alcohol May Increase Risk of Heart Disease

How to Stop Drinking Alcohol for Good

A Fond Farewell

Where Have All the Artist-Addicts Gone?

Does Moderate Drinking Protect Your Heart? NO

Next Big Addiction Treatment

Addiction: It’s Not Just About Drugs Anymore

Why Are Addictions So Powerful? by Dr. Gabor Maté

American Airlines Begins Selling Alcohol On Flights Again

What’s Wrong with Calling Love an Addiction?

Focus on Smoking, Obesity and Alcoholism has ‘Gone Backwards’

Doctor Convicted for Fraud: $112 Million In Addiction Treatment Services Never Rendered

How Qigong Can Treat Addiction

Britney Spears: Victim of Societal Objectification

Sobriety Surprises-Stars Who Revealed They Got Sober

Recovery Center’s CEO Faces Accusations of Sexual Misconduct

‘Prolonged Grief Disorder’ Now a Mental Health Diagnosis

Comedian Dave Coulier Shares Bloodied Photo

Overdose Deaths Reduced

Taylor Hawkins, Foo Fighters’ Drummer, Dies at 50

What’s Driving the Dramatic Rise In Alcohol Deaths

‘Full House’ Cast’s Quotes About Addiction

Rabbi Details His Story of Addiction and Recovery

Jews Who Drink Too Much Strive for Sobriety During Purim Bacchanalia

Wes Hurt Shares his Recovery Story at SWSX

Israel Cason, Founder Of Treatment Program, Dies