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 […]

The recent 2020 election has sparked a rise in conversations about the legalization and decriminalization of drugs. In the last decade, marijuana has been legalized across several states. Now, the Biden-Harris administration is seeking to decriminalize marijuana across the entire U.S. And, as of November 3rd, Oregon became the first state to decriminalize all illegal […]

The ongoing stress and uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic have taken a toll on lives globally. We’ve experienced loss, illness, isolation, economic turmoil, mental and emotional distress. For those battling a substance use disorder and/or mental health disorder, the last twelve months have been particularly disruptive. New data from the Centers for Disease Control and […]

Simone Biles is perhaps the most well-known American gymnast in history, a four-time Olympic gold medalist and the face of the 2021 USA Olympic team. At just 24-years-old, Simone Biles has become the most decorated gymnast in the world, setting records that will be remembered for lifetimes. But her career is not always fun and […]

Famed musician, Machine Gun Kelly (MGK), had a ground-breaking year in 2020. In fact, sources claim it was “the year that saved his life.” The star released his best-yet album, Tickets to My Downfall, won an MTV VMA, topped numerous album charts, and began a relationship with renowned actor Megan Fox. At the end of […]

New Year’s resolutions are a time-honored tradition in the United States. They allow us the chance to reflect on the past, reset our minds, and establish goals for the year ahead. For those in recovery, setting New Year’s resolutions can be a great way to re-focus on your sobriety and mental health, and set realistic […]