Dangerous Side of Xanax and Lorazepam SLEEP COMES...FOREVER? – March 17, 2025 - Of the over 30 million adults who reported using benzodiazepines in the last year, over 5 million misused them (described as “any way a doctor did not direct”), per 2019 data... Read More...Addiction RecoveryArticles of InterestBig PharmaBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaDrug Abuse and Addiction
12 Reasons To Stop Eating Added Sugars HOW SWEET IT ISN’T – March 25, 2025 – 1. High sugar intake leads to frequent insulin spikes, which can eventually make cells less responsive to insulin, increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes. 2. Fruct... Read More...Addiction RecoveryArticles of InterestBig PharmaBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCancerdiet sodaEating Disorderfood addiction
Man Sentenced to Prison for Paying Nearly $2.9 Million in Kickbacks for Drug Addiction Patient Referrals 14th STEP? – March 21, 2025 - Casey Mahoney, 48, was sentenced by United States District Judge Josephine L. Staton, who also fined him $240,000. A Hollywood Hills man was sentenced today to 41 months in federal... Read More...Addiction RecoveryArticles of InterestBig PharmaBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaDrug Abuse and Addictionintervention
Meth Rampant For California’s Homeless: Treatment Elusive SOCIETY’S CHILD – March 13, 2025 - The mean age of the homeless people who participated in the survey was 46. Thirty-seven percent reported regular drug use in the prior six months. A quarter of the homeless pe... Read More...Addiction RecoveryArticles of InterestBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaDrug Abuse and Addictionhomelessmeth
Sober Living House Founder’s Trial Set for September VIDEO – OUT ON BAIL – March 12, 2025 - Dawn Holland, the founder and former executive director of the sober living rehabilitation facility DAWNS House in Bend, will go on trial in September for charges related to all... Read More...Addiction RecoveryArticles of InterestBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaDrug Abuse and AddictionRecoveryRecovery AdvocateRehab
Psychology Explains ‘Shopping Addiction’ I DON’T BUY IT – March 20, 2025 - In her personal time, Sadie goes on buying sprees for herself. She has ordered cameras, camera accessories, scrapbooking supplies, metal-detecting equipment, lasers, board game... Read More...Addiction RecoveryArticles of InterestBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaMental Health
Home-Based Recovery is a Lifeline for Many CANADIAN SUNRISE – March 13, 2025 - Opinion: Treatment at home is crucial for those facing barriers, such as stigma, to accessing traditional treatment or simply because there is often not a detox bed ava... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousArticles of InterestBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaRecoveryRecovery AdvocateRehab
‘Addiction swallowed up 15 years of my life’ SHE’S A WINNER NOW – March 20, 2025 - Tanya started drinking. It began a downward spiral of drug and alcohol addiction that took 15 years for her to escape. Now 45, Tanya, from Cambridge, says she has never been happ... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousArticles of InterestBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaDrug Abuse and AddictionRecoveryRehab
A Conversation on AA and Sobriety AUDIO – HOW INTERESTING – March 21, 2025 - On today’s Friday 8 O’Clock Buzz, host Andy Moore speaks with Phil Saunders from 511 Alano Society, one of the oldest Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) clubhouses in the world, ser... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousArticles of Interestsobriety
In Loving Memory of Debbie D. Murphy (1933-2025) THE OLD GUARD PASSING – March 21, 2025 - It is with great sadness that the Stepping Stones Foundation and the Murphy family share news of the passing of Debbie D. Murphy (September 19, 1933–January 21, 2025). Debbie ... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousArticles of InterestBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Medialife expectancyRecovery Advocate
Person of The Week: Brette Taylor STICK WITH THE WINNERS! – March 25, 2025 - Brette Taylor is an acclaimed actress and filmmaker. She actively works as a writer, producer, actor, and director on projects that highlight her connection to s... Read More...Addiction RecoveryBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietyInterviewNews BoxesRecoveryRecovery Advocate
Wale Confronts Alcoholism Head-on With “Blanco” WATCH – LISTEN – March 20, 2025 - Wale has always been one of Hip Hop’s most introspective artists, unafraid to explore love, success and the struggles that come with both. His Wednesday (March 19) release, “Blanco,”... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietyNews Boxes
Alarming Heart Risks for Marijuana Users EVEN THE STONED DIE YOUNG – March 18, 2024 - The retrospective study found that cannabis users under 50 were more than six times as likely to experience a heart attack compared to non-users. Meanwhile, th... Read More...Addiction RecoveryBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaDrug Abuse and AddictionFeatured Articlesmarijuana
Smartphone Addiction Leads To “brain rot” TOO LATE NOW – March 19, 2025 - MRI images of addicted smartphone users’ brains were so colorful, meaning so active, it made them less attentive and more easily distracted — what is now informally called “brain rot.”... Read More...Addiction Recoverycell phoneFeatured ArticlesSmartphone Addiction
How Elvis Drove ‘Most Important Woman in His Life’ To Tragic Alcoholism STAR POWER – March 14, 2025 - But it was his mother Gladys – and not his long-suffering wife Priscilla – who was hit by tragic alcoholism, RadarOnline.com can reveal – leaving her dead aged just 46 after being ... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietyFeatured Articles
Sobriety For Profit VIDEO – KEEP IT $IMPLE – March 13, 2025 - Unlike non-profit sober living homes in Bloomington such as Amethyst House and Courage to Change, Malibu House is registered with the state as a Domestic Limited Liability P... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaDrug Abuse and AddictionFeatured ArticlesRecoveryRecovery AdvocateRehab
The Traitors’ Gabby Windey Wants to Stop Drinking TELL IT LIKE IT IS – March 24, 2025 - Ms. Windey is hoping to change her mindset when it comes to consuming alcohol. The 34-year-old said she’s “so interested in sobriety” because “I want to stop drinking.” “I’m s... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietyFeatured Articles
Installing Anti-Motion Sensors & Blue Lights in Public Restrooms Won’t Prevent Shit ALL FALL DOWN – March 14, 2025 - Studies exploring safety-reducing strategies, such as installation of blue lights in public restrooms to reduce vein visibility during drug use, have found these measures to be stigma... Read More...Addiction RecoveryBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaFeatured ArticlesOverdose
Lindsay Lohan Thrives Even As Father’s Arrest Makes Headlines THROW MOMMA FROM THE TRAIN? – March 18, 2025 - Lindsay Lohan has been busier than ever as she continues to embrace motherhood all while promoting her upcoming movie, “Freakier Friday.” The 38-year-old ... Read More...Addiction RecoveryArticles of InterestBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietySliderTrauma
‘Southern Charms’ Craig Conover on His Alcoholism REALITY BITES – March 13, 2025 - The reality star, 37, opened up to friend Austen Kroll about his struggles, calling himself an “addict” for the first time. Kroll urged Conover to ease up and hang out more. “I ... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousArticles of InterestBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietySlider
“Heroin Heroine” Overcoming Addiction and Co-dependency VIDEO – SINGING LOUD AND PROUD – March 20, 2025 - Central Valley Today is joined by artist, MMA fighter, and author, Chelzzz. In her book, “Heroin Heroine” Chelzzz sheds light on addiction and co-dependency issues. ... Read More...Addiction RecoveryArticles of InterestBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaDrug Abuse and AddictionHeroin AddictionSlider
Comedian Kevin Bishop Splits From ‘drinking buddy’ Wife of 22 Years NOW ALANON? – March 12. 2025 - The funnyman, who played Nigel Norman Fletcher in the 2016 Porridge reboot, has been off the booze for six years after his drinking got out of control. “I’ve got an allergy to alc... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietyMar 18 2025
Craig Conover Reveals Struggle With Alcohol Addiction and How Paige DeSorbo Helped Him A FRIEND IN NEED! – March 6, 2025 - The Southern Charm star admitted to struggling with over-drinking for the first time during a heart-to-heart with longtime BFF Austen Kroll on the Bravo series. The intense convers... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietyMar 18 2025
Weed Use During Pregnancy Triples Risk Of Behavioral Problems In Kids AUDIO – CREATE BAIL MONEY FUND? – March 13, 2025 -“Cannabinoid ingredients can cross the placenta and enter breast milk, potentially affecting brain development,” senior researcher Rosa Alati, head of population hea... Read More...Addiction RecoveryBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaDrug Abuse and AddictionMar 18 2025marijuanaweed
Are Slushies Making Kids Sick? OF COURSE! – March 13, 2025 - The affected children exhibited similar clinical and biochemical signs, including decreased consciousness, a sudden and severe drop in blood sugar (hypoglycemia), and an accumulation of ... Read More...Addiction RecoveryBig PharmaBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Mediadiet sodaEating Disorderfood addictionMar 18 2025
Sobriety and Renewed Hope at Champions of Hope WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS – March 6, 2025 - From neighbors helping neighbors to inspiring acts of kindness, we’re sharing stories of people making a difference in our ‘Champions of Hope’ series. “I’ve seen some o... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousMar 18 2025sobriety
New Device Helps Inmates Combat Opioid Addiction HOW DO THEY SCORE? – March 6, 2025 - A simple handheld device, only powered by a 9-volt battery, is saving lives in Kentucky. It’s called a neuro-electrode treatment to help battle opioid withdrawal, which h... Read More...Addiction RecoveryBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaMar 18 2025opioid crisisopioidsOverdose
What’s the Difference Between Natural and Added Sugars? REAL OR FAKE – March 11, 2025 - Low-sugar! Sugar-free! Made with natural sugars! These are all claims you might see on food packages, bloggers’ recipes or social media. With so many ways to say something has—or does ... Read More...Addiction RecoveryBig PharmaBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Mediadiet sodaEating Disorderfood addictionMar 18 2025
Recovery Cards Have Messages of Hope SPREADING THE WORD – March 12, 2025 - The Recovery Card Project was created over five years ago and more than 150,000 cards have since been distributed. According to Shadia Lemus, BHA marketing supervisor, the projec... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCompassionMar 18 2025RecoveryRecovery Advocatesobriety
NO Alcohol Is Healthy – But Are Some Drinks Healthier Than Others? NOT FOR A BOOZE HOUND – March 12, 2025 - Drinking, even moderately, isn’t just associated with cancer—there are many other health issues that are commonly linked with consuming alcohol, such as heart disease, l... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousMar 18 2025