In 1982, First Lady Nancy Reagan uttered the three words “just say no,” to a schoolgirl who had asked what she should say if someone offered her drugs. The first lady’s suggestion, as we all know, became the unified call for the adolescent drug prevention movement we have all come to know and may have experienced. ... Read More
Relapsing in the Public Eye – What Dax Shepard Learned
Dax Shepard is an American actor turned podcast host. Born in January 1975 near Detroit, Michigan, Dax shot to stardom with films like Let's Go To Prison (2006), Hit and Run (2012), This Is Where I Leave You (2014) and The Judge (2014), among others. In 2018, he launched his successful podcast, Armchair Expert, with ... Read More
Romantic Relationships in Recovery: When are You Ready?
The term "recovery" can include the entire drug rehabilitation process, beginning with the first day of sobriety. Early recovery usually refers specifically to the detoxification and maintenance phases of treatment, when it can be difficult to determine if it's a good time to be in a romantic relationship. Addiction ... Read More
What Are Poppers, Are They Illegal, and How They’re Not What You Think
See more details about Poppers, or Alkyl Nitrites, in our new blog. It is widely known that huffing is really bad for you. Like really bad. Inhaling organic solvents or propellants to get high is not new, but these new products being sold as “poppers” and distributed throughout the U.S., primarily to men who have sex ... Read More
Managing OCD Through the Hectic Holidays
For many people, the holiday season is one of fun, family and friends — but this isn't the case for everyone. If you've been diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder or suspect you might be dealing with it, the holidays can have you feeling overwhelmed and out of control. Habits like OCD muscle clenching, counting ... Read More
When is Holiday Depression a Cause for Concern
Whether it's holiday depression or just a case of the holiday blues, not everyone can enjoy this time of year. Use these tips to help manage holiday stress. For many people, the holidays are a time of fun and family at the end of a long year. From giving thanks and enjoying a great meal at Thanksgiving to exchanging ... Read More
The Path from a Sports Injury to Prescription Abuse
Updated July 20, 2023 Austin Box fatally overdosed on May 19, 2011. A local news station reporting on his death said the toxicology screening later found at least four prescription medications for pain in Box' system: morphine, hydrocodone, oxycodone, and an anti-anxiety medicine. "There is no question he hid it ... Read More
What Drove Kurt Cobain’s Long Struggle With Heroin?
Grunge burst onto the music scene in the early 90s with a laid-back authenticity that quickly overshadowed the superficiality of hair metal. Many Gen Xers and Millennials believe modern music history began in September 1991, when the band debuted "Nevermind," a record that went on to shatter sales records and still ... Read More