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321 articles on addiction, recovery, family healing, insurance, and what actually helps.

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A clinician and an adult having a calm conversation.
Addiction3 min read

Fentanyl-Laced Cocaine Is A Problem Everywhere

Fentanyl-laced cocaine recently made headlines after a shocking loss in the world of comedy, but it's not a trend that's...

Mark GladdenSeptember 17, 2021
Warning Signs of Prescription Drug Addiction
Addiction3 min read

Warning Signs of Prescription Drug Addiction

Many people take prescription medications under the supervision of their doctors. However, some drugs that are prescribed have the potential...

Mark GladdenSeptember 13, 2021
Do You Need a Lawyer for a DUI in California?
Addiction2 min read

Do You Need a Lawyer for a DUI in California?

If you or somebody you loved is arrested for a DUI in California, you're probably wondering about what happens next.

Mark GladdenAugust 24, 2021
A clinician and an adult having a calm conversation.
Addiction3 min read

Benzo Dope: A Dangerous and Addictive New Street Drug

A new drug combination called "benzo dope" has hit the streets of North America. The drug, which refers to benzodiazepine-adulterated...

Mark GladdenAugust 20, 2021
Watch Out for Risky Behavior in Recovery
Recovery3 min read

Watch Out for Risky Behavior in Recovery

For many people in recovery, addiction was an all-consuming lifestyle. When you were using drugs, you probably didn't worry as...

Mark GladdenAugust 12, 2021
Sober Living is Crucial for Recovering Substance Abusers
Addiction2 min read

Sober Living is Crucial for Recovering Substance Abusers

The benefits of residing in a sober living environment (SLE) are self-evident if you have recovered from a substance use...

Mark GladdenJuly 6, 2021
A clinician and an adult having a calm conversation.
Addiction4 min read

Opioids Derailing Elderly Americans' Lives

A growing problem that has been flying under the radar is prescription drug abuse among the elderly. Over 50% of...

Mark GladdenJuly 5, 2021
Staying Safe And Sober As The World Re-Opens
Recovery2 min read

Staying Safe And Sober As The World Re-Opens

As the world re-opens, many people are experiencing a range of emotions, from grief to excitement or fear. It's an...

Mark GladdenJuly 5, 2021
The ABCs of Health Insurance
Recovery3 min read

The ABCs of Health Insurance

When people want to get sober, one of the most pressing details is simply, "How?" Usually, individuals will require a...

Mark GladdenJune 7, 2021
How to Be Successful in Treatment And Beyond
Recovery3 min read

How to Be Successful in Treatment And Beyond

What is essential to your success as a new person in recovery? Many people wonder what to expect during -...

Mark GladdenJune 4, 2021
How Does Recovery Work?
Recovery3 min read

How Does Recovery Work?

If you or somebody you love are new to recovery from addiction, you probably have some questions. The most basic...

Mark GladdenJune 1, 2021
Pandemic Overdoses Set Record
Addiction2 min read

Pandemic Overdoses Set Record

For months, public health experts have predicted an onslaught of addiction alongside the COVID-19 crisis. Now stark numbers show that...

Mark GladdenMay 6, 2021

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