Michael K. Williams was a renowned American actor and producer, best known for his portrayal of Omar – a vigilante and stick-up man who robbed drug dealers – on HBO’s “The Wire.” However, Michael K. Williams was more than just Omar Little. In addition to his extensive filmography, Williams was also recognized as an identity […]

Recovery from substance addiction is not easy, and the COVID-19 pandemic is making it even more difficult. As many of us continue to self-isolate, we are in turn at odds with increasing levels of anxiety, loneliness, and depression. (All of the above are common relapse triggers.) Perhaps this sounds familiar. Stuck in quarantine, you may […]

The fentanyl crisis is not new to the United States, but it is growing in concern. Fentanyl is perhaps the most dangerous drug out on the streets today, with the smallest dose – about a grain of sand – being potentially deadly for users. The problem is, it is becoming more widely available. Today, many […]

Substance addiction, or a substance use disorder (SUD), is a chronic disease of the brain. It occurs as drugs make lasting changes in a user’s body and brain, altering its functioning. Drug addicts do not choose to become addicted. Rather, they become physically and mentally dependent on the drugs to live. When we reprimand someone […]

The opioid overdose epidemic has been affecting our country for years. However, there is a growing racial disparity in the rates of opioid-related deaths. A new study from the National Institutes of Health reveals that the rate of opioid overdose deaths among Black people increased a notable 38 percent from 2018 to 2019. Rates among […]

If you are a 90s kid, you may know Orlando Brown from Disney’s famed series, “That’s So Raven,” or film, “Max Keeble’s Big Move.” Or, perhaps you know Brown from his more recent music endeavors as a Christian rap artist. Unfortunately, however, more people today recognize Orlando Brown from his troublesome debuts on the news—featuring […]

The COVID-19 pandemic hit the world hard, and many people around the globe are still suffering from its effects. The loss of loved ones, businesses, jobs, school, and human connection has led many people to experience feelings of depression, anxiety, stress, and loneliness. New research supports this sentiment. According to the Center of Disease Control […]

Recent news headlines reveal a harrowing reality: Drug overdoses are reaching record rates, and synthetic opioids are to blame. We’re seeing it from coast to coast, nationwide, without any discrimination of who or which neighborhoods are affected. Fentanyl is popping up everywhere, and causing fatal overdoses among teens and adults alike. Below are some of […]

Choosing to get sober is a big decision that can stem from many reasons. Some people get sober after experiencing a “rock bottom,” while others choose to stop using drugs or drinking alcohol simply to get on a healthier path. Many times, it is loved ones that encourage others to enter treatment and establish a […]

In 2018, more than 53 million people in the United States used an illicit drug. In other words, about 1 in 5 individuals used drugs that year. If you have a loved one who is using drugs, you are not alone. Drug use is all around us – but this fact, of course, does not […]