With the rise in legalized sports gambling across many states, the presence of gambling is becoming far more ubiquitous. Millions of Americans bet on sporting events, enter March Madness pools, go to racetracks and hit casinos for a night of risking it all to win big. For most people, gambling isn't the kind of ... Read More
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover is an Atlanta-based writer, editor, and author of two books with publishing houses. She has degrees from Yale College and Princeton Theological Seminary.
Will Insurance Cover Treatment for Weed Addiction?
In recent years, medical and recreational marijuana has been legalized in many states. While this has created only a slight uptick in use, its legalization has fostered the idea that weed is not harmful or addictive, and is therefore something that you can easily quit on your own. Unfortunately, for many who realize ... Read More
7 Tips to Quit Drinking, From the Experts
In a recent year, more than 14 million U.S. adults reported having an alcohol use disorder, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). The NIAAA also reports that an estimated 443,000 teens also suffer from this condition. "Alcohol use disorder" (AUD), or alcoholism, occurs when a ... Read More
5 Tips to Quit Opioids, From the Experts
Opioid addiction is a long-lasting and chronic disease. This addiction can lead to social, health and economic problems. Normally, people start taking opiates for pain, but you may be someone looking for tips on how to quit opiates. This class of drugs is designed to elicit feelings of pain relief and pleasure, so ... Read More
4 Steps for Leaving the Past Behind and Moving on With Life
It's not uncommon for people in recovery to think about the past — in fact, Step 8 of the 12 steps used by Alcoholics Anonymous in recovery specifically asks those in treatment to document the mistakes they made that harmed people in their lives. There's a difference between healthy reflection on the past and an ... Read More
How to Break a Bad Habit: Advice to Achieve Your Goals
When the world seems uncertain, setting new goals can be a way to feel a sense of empowerment. However, it may be difficult to know where to begin. Whether you're looking to break bad habits or start good ones, it's crucial to invest some time in making a game plan to be successful. This is the Time of Year For ... Read More
Metallica Star James Hetfield Seeks Help for Alcoholism and Addiction
Updated April 7, 2020 Co-founder and lead vocalist of the rock band Metallica, James Hetfield has long had a reputation for hard living-- and hard drinking. In the band's early days, its members all drank heavily, prompting many to refer to the band as "Alcoholica." As Metallica's members aged, they all began to ... Read More
Continuity of Care and the Transition Into Aftercare – An Interview with Craig Ewing
Craig Ewing has been helping patients’ families transition from treatment into early recovery and a program of aftercare for a while now. When he’s asked about that experience, he’s quick to say he’s not a clinician and that the services he provides are not clinical in nature— but it soon becomes apparent from a brief ... Read More
