Surgeon General’s Advisory on Risks of Social Media PLEASE KEEP SCROLLING – May 24, 2023 - “…The current body of evidence indicates that while social media may have benefits for some children and adolescents, there are ample indicators that social media can also... Read More...Addiction RecoveryArticles of InterestBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneinternetinterventionMental HealthRecoverySmartphone Addiction
Less Drinking, More Thinking Podcast SOBRIETY ON THE AIR –May 23, 2023 - Lakey said he hoped the podcast would help people realise their negative relationship with drinking sooner.“Every time I am out people confide in me that they would like to be... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousArticles of InterestBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediainternetinterventionInterviewRecoveryRecovery AdvocateRehab
Telehealth for Addiction Treatment Rose by 38.5% Points WHERE TWO OR MORE AREN’T GATHERED –May 24, 2023 - The odds of engaging in telehealth treatment for addiction, however, increased from 7.4 percent in 2019 to 45.9 percent after the start of the pandemic.In additi... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaDrug Abuse and AddictionFeatured ArticlesinternetinterventionRecoveryRecovery AdvocateRehab
Montana to become first US state to ban TikTok WHAT NEXT, NORTH DAKOTA? –May 17, 2023 - Earlier, TikTok issued a statement saying that the new law “infringes on the First Amendment rights of the people of Montana by unlawfully banning TikTok,” and said it will “... Read More...Books, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneinternetinterventionMay 23 2023Smartphone Addiction
The American Psychological Association Issues Health Warning On Social Media Use By Children and Teens IS IT TOO LATE? – May 9, 2023 - Based on the latest science about social media, the report is aimed at parents, teachers, policymakers and members of the tech industry “who share responsibility to ensure ... Read More...Addiction RecoveryBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneinternetinterventionMay 16 2023Mental HealthRecoverySmartphone Addiction
Police Find Remains of Beau Mann, Sober Grid App Founder, Missing Since Nov. 2021 HORRIBLE DISCOVERY – May 9, 2023 - The remains of a Los Angeles tech CEO who has been missing for more than a year were found in Santa Monica. Beau Mann, who was last seen a few days after Thanksgiv... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneDrug Abuse and AddictioninternetMay 16 2023RecoveryRecovery AdvocateRehabTrauma
Teenagers Devise Alexa Skill For Those Struggling With Alcohol Addiction TECH TO THE RESCUE –May 2, 2023 - After starting to code at the age of nine, Eleora proposed an Alexa skillcalled ‘Sober Tracker’ to help those struggling with alcohol addiction and substance abuse after being inspi... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneinternetinterventionMay 9 2023RecoveryRecovery AdvocateRehab
Smartwatches Are Triggering for Your Mental Health DOES ANYBODY REALLY KNOW WHAT TIME IT IS? –March 21, 2023 - One of the main distinguishing features between a smartwatch and a fitness band is the breadth of apps, features, and functionality available on each. Wher... Read More...Addiction Recoverycell phoneinternetinterventionMay 2 2023Mental HealthRecoverySmartphone Addiction
Porn ‘Completely Ruined’ Young Men’s Boners TECHNOLOGICAL CASTRATION? – April 20, 2023 - Martinez, now 22, is one of a growing number of Gen Z and Millennial males who grew up consuming internet porn from a young age only to experience “porn-induced erec... Read More...Addiction RecoveryApril 25 2023Books, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneinternetRecoverySexual AddictionSmartphone Addiction
Most Americans Turn to Addictive Coping Methods During Crisis VIDEO – CHOCOLATE OR WEED? –April 19, 2023 - “Many of my patients have struggled with depression and/or anxiety but failed to find a treatment that made them feel better. So, they resorted to alcohol, drugs or destr... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousApril 25 2023Books, Memoirs, Films, and MediadepressionDrug Abuse and AddictionEating Disorderfood addictionGaminginternetinterventionMental HealthRecoveryRehabSmartphone AddictionTrauma
Mobile Phones Changed Our Brains VIDEO – ONE LESS IQ POINT AT A TIME – April 3, 2023 - It’s a vicious circle. The more useful our phones become, the more we use them. The more we use them, the more we lay neural pathways in our brains that lead to ... Read More...April 18 2023Books, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneinternetSmartphone Addiction
Millennial who grew net worth to $600,000 explains how he dug his way out of debt over gambling addiction BET ON IT – April 10, 2023 - A millennial who grew his net worth to $600,000 explains what it took to dig his way out of debt after overcoming a gambling addiction. In 2011, Ambus Hunter said his only debt was ... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryApril 18 2023Books, Memoirs, Films, and MediaGaminginternetinterventionRecoveryRehabSuper Bowl
Heart Of The Matter Podcast Hosted by Elizabeth Vargas AUDIO – Demi Lovato’s Sister IS RIGHT ON – April 11, 2023 - Elizabeth Vargas is joined by “Desperate Housewives” actress Madison De La Garza to talk about marijuana use disorder and the role her famous family plays ... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousApril 18 2023Books, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietyinternetinterventionInterviewRecoveryRecovery AdvocateRehab
Exercise Addiction Isn’t a Myth RUNNER’S HIGH – April 4, 2023 - There is abundant research on exercise addiction (EA), also called “exercise dependence,” in triathletes. One study of 1,285 triathletes found that 20% showed signs of EA, and th... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryApril 11 2023Books, Memoirs, Films, and Mediainternetlife expectancyMental HealthRecovery
‘Gaming is Proven to be as Addictive as Cocaine!’ VIDEO – SUPER MARIO BROS. CUT THEIR PERUVIAN – April 4, 2023 - ‘You are giving your kid access to stuff that is proven to be as addictive as cocaine, not everybody has active parents!’‘As much as I sympathise th... Read More...Addiction RecoveryApril 11 2023Books, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneGaminginternetinterventionRecoveryRehabSmartphone Addiction
Zero-Calorie Sweetener Linked to Heart Attack, Stroke and Death VIDEO – HOW SWEET IT ISN’T – Feb. 28, 2023 - People with existing risk factors for heart disease, such as diabetes, were twice as likely to experience a heart attack or stroke if they had the highest levels of eryth... Read More...Addiction RecoveryApril 4 2023Big PharmaBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Mediadiet sodaDrug Abuse and AddictionEating Disorderfood addictioninternetlife expectancyTrauma
Technology Addiction Has Created a Self-Help Trap IT’S NOT YOUR FAULT – March 28, 2023 - Why, despite multiple reports from Silicon Valley whistleblowers revealing that technology companies are using manipulative designs to prolong our time online, do we feel ... Read More...Addiction RecoveryApril 4 2023Books, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneinternetinterventionRecoverySmartphone Addiction
Teen Animated Social Media Addiction CHANGE IN MOTION –March 31, 2023 - The black and white video essay illustrates in painful simplicity how social media addiction and fear of being disconnected, termed nomophobia, can impact young people.Research... Read More...Addiction RecoveryApril 4 2023Books, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneinternetinterventionRecoverySmartphone Addiction
Sex Addiction: Symptoms, Patterns to Look For VIDEO – IT DOESN’T AWAYS TAKE TWO – March 23, 2023 - An estimated 3-6% of the population struggle with sexual compulsivity.Click@USAToday ... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryApril 4 2023Books, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneinternetinterventionMental HealthSexual AddictionSmartphone Addiction
Zuckerberg Was Warned on Social Media Addiction THE KIDS ARE NOT ALRIGHT –March 13, 2023 - The revelations were disclosed in a lawsuit over social media addiction that had been filed previously but with key portions sealed from public view. An unredacted version ... Read More...Addiction RecoveryBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneinternetinterventionMar 21 2023Mental HealthRecoverySmartphone Addiction
Kids’ Childhood Made Into Content INSTAGRAM STAGE DOOR PARENTS – March 10, 2023 - Claire, whose name has been changed to protect her privacy, has never known a life that doesn’t include a camera being pointed in her direction. The first time sh... Read More...Books, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneinternetinterventionMar 21 2023Smartphone Addictionteenagers
14 Years Sober, Fatboy Slim’s New Podcast, Rockwater COMMANDING HIS CAREER – Feb. 21, 2023 - His love for connection even saw him working at the Big Beach Cafe, in Hove, during lockdown.Fans looking to experience the “irresponsible lunatic” that is Fatboy Sli... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietyDrug Abuse and AddictionFeb 28 2023internetinterventionInterviewRecoveryRecovery AdvocateRehab
How I Overcame My Tech Addiction NO TURNING BACK, UNLESS... – Feb. 22, 2023 - How do they keep us addicted? They rely on dopamine—the “reward hormone.” Like Pavlov’s dogs, we anticipate a reward when we hear something associated with it, like ... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneFeb 28 2023internetinterventionRecoverySmartphone Addiction
What is Recovery? with Ryan Hampton VIDEO – SOBRIETY AND A WHOLE LOT MORE –Feb. 14, 2023 - Why does Partnership to End Addiction focus on supporting the parents and close family members of those struggling with addiction? Because study after study sho... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBig PharmaBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietyDrug Abuse and AddictionFeb 21 2023internetinterventionInterviewRecoveryRecovery AdvocateRehab
Lucy Hale – 1 Year Sober After ‘private’ Journey of ‘self-love’ VIDEO – IT IS ALL ABOUT LOVE –Feb. 15, 2023 - “While this journey has mostly been private, I felt compelled tonight to let anyone who is struggling know that you are not alone and you are loved,” she concluded.H... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietyFeb 21 2023internetinterventionRecoveryRehab
I’ve been sober for 3 years – an app has been key to my recovery HOW APP-ROPRIATE –Feb. 12, 2023 - The app prompts you to post a photo and text marking your sobriety, which others can comment on, and it’s uplifting knowing you aren’t alone. I started experimenting with dru... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneDrug Abuse and AddictionFeb 21 2023internetinterventionRecoveryRehab
Sports Betting Has Risen Tenfold in Three Years TECH PLUS THE POINTS –Feb. 10, 2023 - The Supreme Court ruling struck down a federal law that had banned most commercial sport wagering outside Las Vegas. The subsequent spread of legal gambling was stunningly swift... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneFeb 14 2023GaminginternetinterventionMental HealthRecoverySmartphone AddictionSuper Bowlvideo games
Journey to Sobriety Inspires Sober 20-Something Podcast VIDEO – CREATIVITY FOR ALL – Feb. 6, 2023 - Jenna Lawson is sharing her journey to sobriety through ‘The Sober 20-Something’ podcast.Click@YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=A... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaDrug Abuse and AddictionFeb 14 2023internetinterventionRecoveryRecovery AdvocateRehab
Luxury Rehab Centres Offer Therapy For ‘Crypto Addiction’ GETTING HIGH, AND LOW –Feb. 4, 2023 - Don works in a company that processes central bank digital currency (CBDC) transactions. He did not want to use his real name and wishes to remain anonymous because he fears his... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryBooks, Memoirs, Films, and Mediacell phoneFeb 14 2023internetinterventionMental HealthRecoveryRehabSmartphone Addiction
Royce Da 5’9” Salute Sada Baby’s Sobriety After He Kicked Lean Habit COMPLIMENTS MATTER – Jan. 25, 2023 - Royce Da 5’9″ has been sober for over a decade after going cold turkey one morning in 2012 and deciding to fully ditch alcohol and drugs. “I just woke up one day and I had a... Read More...12 Step ProgramAddiction RecoveryAlcohol AddictionAlcoholics AnonymousBooks, Memoirs, Films, and MediaCelebrity SobrietyFeb 7 2023internetinterventionRecoveryRehab