Substance Use
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How Big Is America’s Painkiller Addiction?
America’s painkiller addiction is big enough to prompt a number of new studies on how many more Americans use them…
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Marijuana Breathalyzers Are Coming to California – Is Legal Weed Too?
A lot of states are going to be voting this November on whether or not to legalize marijuana. Regardless of…
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Is Buprenorphine the Best Place to Start When Treating Opiate Addiction in Young People?
With all of the recent news surrounding the invention of new buprenorphine based addiction treatments, there has been a lot…
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5 Ways Addiction Can Rear Its Head in Sobriety
There is a huge difference between being sober and being abstinent. While abstinence is definitely preferable to active addiction, without…
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Are Sober Dorms Enough For College Students Suffering from Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Are Sober Dorms Enough For College Students With Addiction? With the influx of media attention surrounding drug addiction among young…
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5 Ways Drug Addiction Could Be Happening Behind Your Back
One of the hallmarks of addiction is a pattern of deceptive behavior. Addicts, whether they are relatively young or seasoned…
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When is it Safe to Attend Music Festivals as a Sober Person?
With Coachella in full swing, sober young people often struggle with making the decision whether or not to attend music festivals…
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Are Prescription Painkillers Ok In Sobriety?
One of the most heavily abused types of drug is the prescription painkillers class. Comprised primarily of narcotic opioids, these…
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How Does A Painkiller Prescription Turn Into A Street Drug Addiction?
While the conviction of Hsiu-Ying Tseng on murder charges is making headlines, the question of how a painkiller prescription makes the…
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Why Is Prescription Drug Abuse So Common On College Campuses?
While often prescribed for legitimate uses, there are an alarming number of college students engaging in prescription drug abuse. Why…
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How Do You Deal With Loss in Sobriety?
Once we enter recovery, we are able to more fully participate in life. Unfortunately, this can sometimes mean dealing with…
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How Do You Keep Recovery First When Going To College Sober?
Once you’ve established a firm foundation in your recovery, higher education can be an attractive option towards bettering your life.…
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