Drug-related deaths are on the rise in the United States and have become a significant threat to public health in recent years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 107,000 people died from overdose in 2021. This number includes accidental deaths as well as suicidal overdose deaths, and ... Read More
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Bam Magera’s Experience with Drug Use and Rehab
Public Opinion on Mental Health – A Survey
How to Be an Overdose Awareness Advocate
Janis Joplin’s Struggle With Addiction
Janis Joplin and drugs have long been associated with each other. Learn about her epic rise to fame and tragic downfall due to substance abuse. She may have only had 27 years, but there's no doubt rock star Janis Joplin's legacy will live on forever. Unfortunately, Joplin lost her life to a heroin overdose in 1970 ... Read More
“Recovery Ready” Workplaces: How to Join the Movement
When recovering from a substance use disorder, working in an environment where addiction or mental health topics aren't discussed can feel isolating. This can make connecting with others difficult, further impacting well-being and causing additional issues, such as reduced motivation and work performance. However, when ... Read More
Tom Holland on the Web of Alcohol Addiction
Tom Holland may play a nearly perfect superhero in the Spider-Man movies, but in real life, the actor is no stranger to personal challenges. In recent years, the actor has shared that he's personally struggled with alcohol addiction and is proud to live a sober life now. Let's take a closer look at Tom Holland's ... Read More
Why Employee Wellness Programs Don’t Work
Employee wellness programs are becoming increasingly popular with employers that hope to encourage employees to live healthier lifestyles, thereby reducing absenteeism and health care costs and making the workforce more productive. But do wellness programs work? Recent data suggests they might not be the simple ... Read More
How Florida Is Spending Opioid Settlement Funds
The federal government has given states millions to address the opioid crisis. Each awarded state can independently decide how it uses the funds to better its community. Let's take a look at the Florida opioid settlement, as a state advisory committee there recently announced its plan for opioid crisis funding. The ... Read More
Students in Teletherapy: The Trend on College Campuses
More than 60% of college students report experiencing at least one mental health issue during the academic year, citing reasons such as academic pressure, depression, anxiety and financial difficulties as some of the top problems. As the mental health crisis on college campuses continues to rise, on-site health clinics ... Read More
Green Day Front Man, Billie Joe Armstrong, Speaks Openly About His Addiction Problems
Billie Joe Armstrong is a famous musician known mostly for being the lead singer, guitarist and songwriter for the band Green Day. Armstrong spent decades in the limelight, but he's very publicly struggled with addiction to prescription pills and alcohol. Armstrong's addiction has been on display for all to see, with ... Read More
