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Facility giving marijuana to people with addiction has a major shakeup…
Don’t Bogart That Client My Friend –
July 16, 2018 - The treatment was unconventional. People addicted to everything from alcohol to opioids were given the option of using marijuana to help deal with withdrawal symptoms... Read More...
From prison to purpose: Opioid task force pick brings life experience
Rising From The Ashes –
July 12, 2018 - Robert Riley II has been fighting the opioid crisis for years. Now he’s part of a group taking aim at the epidemic in St. Louis County. The St. Louis County Emergency Opioid Task ... Read More...
A Simple Emergency Room Intervention Can Help Cut Future Suicide Risk
Compassion? –
July 11, 2018 - Now, a study shows that a simple intervention conducted by staff in emergency departments can reduce the risk of future suicide attempts. The intervention involves creating a safety plan fo... Read More...
News organizations push for opioid data to be made public- “It will identify every pill mill in the country”
Nothing Fake Here –
July 9, 2018 - Drug manufacturers, distributors and the federal government object to making the information public. In a court filing last month, lawyers for the federal government argued that doing ... Read More...
Working out for recovery: Local gym promotes exercise for addiction, mental illness
Shaping Up –
July 13, 2018 - he gym is the perfect place to build muscle, strength, and for some, a new life. “It’s the perfect natural way for anybody trying to get better,” said Katie Kiss, who oversees a Badger Fitne... Read More...
‘Whitney’ documentary: 5 things you didn’t know about Whitney Houston
MEDIA: Great Film –
July 4, 2018 - Just when you thought there was nothing more to learn about the late Whitney Houston, a new documentary is here to prove otherwise. “Whitney” (in theaters nationwide Friday) rehashes t... Read More...
Furniture Designer Offers New Path To Those In Addiction Recovery
Through the Living Room –
July 12, 2018 - A local furniture designer is giving those in the recovery community a path to success. Morris Turner is one of those benefiting from the opportunity. “Quite frankly my career b... Read More...
Ex-New Jersey governor, Chris Christie, joining board of Beach House Center for Recovery in Juno Beach
Big Snow Bird –
July 13, 2018 - TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is taking on a new role in his efforts to help fight opioid addiction. Christie is joining the board of the Beach House Center f... Read More...
Recovery center celebrates 10 years of helping women achieve sobriety
Wonder Women –
July 13, 2017 - Celebrating a decade of giving central Kentucky women hope and support throughout their addictions, the Liberty Place Recover Center for Women is marking a big milestone. “This is my home... Read More...
Controversial $136 million drug rehab facility to break ground in Vail Valley
Living The High Life –
July 13, 2018 - Developers of a controversial $136 million high-end drug rehabilitation facility said they’re going to break ground Friday in Edwards in the Vail Valley. All Points North Lodge is ... Read More...
Defendants on Probation Can Be Jailed for Drug Relapse, Court Rules
Totally or Totalitarian? –
July 16, 2018 - The top Massachusetts court unanimously ruled on Monday that a judge can require defendants with substance use disorders to remain drug-free as a condition of probation and sen... Read More...
Anthony Bourdain Revealed Times He Smoked Marijuana: ‘When I Don’t Need My Brain Anymore’
Attention All Pot Heads –
July 16, 2018 - Legendary chef, writer and television host Anthony Bourdain was revered as a cannabis advocate throughout a large chunk of his career, credited for using his spot on the CNN ser... Read More...
Sex robot addiction warning as clinic reveals risk of humans getting HOOKED on dirty droids
“One Word for You, Plastics” –
July 16, 2018 - MORE access to artificially intelligent sex robots could fuel a rise in sex addiction, warn psychology experts. The controversial pleasure droids are being manufactured by ... Read More...
Can Starting Medication Drugs At A Younger Age Make A Mental Health Problem Worse?
No Harm in Trying? –
July 10, 2018 - As a college professor, I’ve sometimes had students who’ve left the room more than once during each class. Not only was it disruptive to others, but the timing was typically disadvan... Read More...
Jada Pinkett Smith’s Mom Recounts Overcoming 20-Year Heroin Addiction: It ‘Was Devastating’
Where There’s a Will There’s a Way –
July 9, 2018 - Jada Pinkett Smith and her mom Adrienne Banfield-Jones got real about addiction in the latest episode of their Facebook Watch series, Red Table Talk. The mother-daught... Read More...
Actor Simon Pegg opens up about battle with alcoholism and getting help from AA
One Movie Star at a Time –
July 9, 2018 - “It was awful, terrible,” he added. “It owned me.” Pegg, who is also known for his cult zombie film “Shaun of the Dead,” said his “crisis years” were marked by a dependence on a... Read More...
