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A clinician and an adult having a calm conversation.
Addiction4 min read

The Danger of Blue Fentanyl Pills

Counterfeit pills have become a sign of the times when it comes to recreational drug use. Fentanyl has become almost...

Mark GladdenJune 12, 2023
Substance Use Disorder in Older Women
Addiction4 min read

Substance Use Disorder in Older Women

Substance use disorder (SUD) can affect individuals of any age, including older women in their 50s and beyond. While it...

Mark GladdenMay 19, 2023
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Addiction3 min read

Fentanyl Detox: What's It Like?

Fentanyl detox can be difficult and uncomfortable, as withdrawal symptoms can be intense and potentially dangerous. Fentanyl is a potent...

Mark GladdenMay 3, 2023
Addiction and Its Impact on Relationships
Addiction4 min read

Addiction and Its Impact on Relationships

Addiction is a complex and multifaceted disease that can profoundly affect an individual's relationships. Whether it's drugs, alcohol, gambling, or...

Mark GladdenMay 2, 2023
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Addiction3 min read

Fentanyl and Xylazine: Tranq Dope Has High Risks for Drug Users

Tranq dope, a drug that contains Xylazine and fentanyl, is on the rise. Increasingly, both drugs are found in stashes...

Mark GladdenApril 21, 2023
Addiction and Recovery in California's Latinx Communities
San Diego3 min read

Addiction and Recovery in California's Latinx Communities

California's Latinx communities are vibrant and filled with culture and community. But like other communities, some people live with substance...

Mark GladdenApril 19, 2023
California's Gig Economy and the Addiction Crisis
Addiction4 min read

California's Gig Economy and the Addiction Crisis

California has long been known for its impeccable beaches, interesting people, lively culture, and open-minded atmosphere. For many people, a...

Mark GladdenApril 13, 2023
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Addiction3 min read

Street Drugs More Dangerous Due to Fentanyl, Other Adulterants

Many people have been prescribed opioids for pain management and later develop an addiction. However, while previously, people who used...

Mark GladdenMarch 24, 2023
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Fentanyl3 min read

Fentanyl and Meth Seizure at Andrade's Port of Entry Was Largest Ever

Over a million dollars worth of fentanyl and methamphetamine were seized at the Andrade Port of Entry in late February,...

Mark GladdenMarch 16, 2023
Free Naloxone Available in San Diego Vending Machines
San Diego3 min read

Free Naloxone Available in San Diego Vending Machines

People who use drugs in San Diego can now get up to six free doses of the overdose-reversal drug, Narcan,...

Mark GladdenMarch 15, 2023
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Fentanyl2 min read

Facts About Fentanyl Addiction and MAT

Many people with opioid use disorder are addicted to fentanyl, the top cause of overdoses in America. MAT for fentanyl...

Mark GladdenFebruary 28, 2023
A clinician and an adult having a calm conversation.
Addiction3 min read

Workplace Injuries, Opioids and Addiction

Many people who work in high-stress environments also use substances recreationally, including opioids. Many people with opioid use disorder started...

Mark GladdenFebruary 27, 2023

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