Bobbi Kristina Brown Death Confirmed, Autopsy to Follow

Tragically, nearly six months after having spent time on life support, Bobbi Kristina Brown passed away on Sunday, July 26 , 2015.

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 Bobbi Kristina Brown Death Confirmed, Autopsy to Follow

“Web Junkie” Captures China’s Internet Addiction Disorder

With China as the first and only country in the world to have internet addiction disorder classified as an actual clinical condition, rehab camps now exist for treatment.

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 “Web Junkie” Captures China’s Internet Addiction Disorder

Dangers of Vaping: Researchers Discover Formaldehyde in E-cigs

Popular or not, don’t ignore the dangers of vaping.  New research has just discovered formaldehyde in those trendy e-cigs.

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 Dangers of Vaping: Researchers Discover Formaldehyde in E-cigs

Former FBI Agent Was Also A Drug Addict

Stories like Lowry’s are important to share, because he is not alone in his addiction to heroin. Our nation is facing an epidemic that doesn’t care about your social class, economic status, or career.

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Former FBI Agent Was Also A Drug Addict

Was Charleston Shooter, Dylann Roof, On Suboxone Too Long?

In February, Dylann Roof was questioned by police for acting suspicious at a local shopping center, when police found on him “a small unlabeled white bottle containing multiple orange square strips” which Roof explained was Suboxone, a drug that is most commonly used to treat opiate addiction. Learn more about it here.:   Was Charleston Shooter, Dylann Roof, On Suboxone Too Long?

Darryl Strawberry: From Addict to Preacher

Darryl Strawberry held onto his addiction as if it was his own shadow...

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 Darryl Strawberry: From Addict to Preacher

Brother of Mark Wahlberg Produces Opiate Addiction Movie: If Only

James Wahlberg, brother of famous Hollywood star Mark Wahlberg, recently created a movie called, If Only, which addresses the serious topic of opiate addiction as two brothers become hooked on prescription pills. 

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 Brother of Mark Wahlberg Produces Opiate Addiction Movie: If Only

#MotivationMonday: Let Go

Like most people, I like to be in control. I like to know that I am in charge of the results of whatever efforts I put in. It can be really frustrating to work so hard at something, only to watch it crumble before your very eyes...

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 #MotivationMonday: Let Go

New Drug Candy Surfaces in South Florida

Both the United States Attorney’s Office in Tampa, and the Miami-Dade Police Department, are working with The Poison Control Center to issue an alert to the public about two cases under investigation where drug-laced candy was found in Florida communities.

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 New Drug Candy Surfaces in South Florida

#MotivationMonday: Be Kind

It is not uncommon for us alcoholic/addicts to gain resentments over something that we may perceive to be reality.

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 #MotivationMonday: Be Kind

#MotivationMonday: Dream Big

Just for today, get out of your own way and chase your dreams just like you chased your recovery – with determination, faith, and positive thinking/actions.

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#MotivationMonday: Dream Big

Love & Mercy: Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson Faced Mental Illness and Drug Abuse

“It brought back a lot of memories of when I took drugs and things, so it was hard,” the Beach Boy said of the movie Love & Mercy. “I thought it was cast really good and it was really factual and a really great experience to watch.”

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 Love & Mercy: Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson Faced Mental Illness and Drug Abuse

Heroes in Recovery: Defining A Superhero

Who are the heroes in recovery for addiction?  A hero may get their title for being like a warrior when facing their disease and showing bravery by facing their fears.

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 Heroes in Recovery: Defining A Superhero

Alcohol Poisoning Deaths from Binge Drinking: Six People Die Every Day

Alcohol poisoning deaths are a rising concern in the nation due to the frequency of binge drinking. 

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Alcohol Poisoning Deaths from Binge Drinking: Six People Die Every Day

How To Make Drugs: Recipe for Homebrewed Opiates

Scientist Dr. John Dueber and his research team from the University of California, Berkeley discovered a recipe for homebrewed opiates, involving a simple product like yeast! 

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 How To Make Drugs: Recipe for Homebrewed Opiates

Susanne Johnson, Lead Advocate for Heroes in Recovery, Talks Addiction

Susanne Johnson is a lead advocate for Heroes in Recovery, which is an organization founded on the mission to help break the stigma of addiction and mental health issues.

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Susanne Johnson, Lead Advocate for Heroes in Recovery, Talks Addiction 

Behavioral Health Unplugged: Breaking the Stigma of Addiction

As a result of the stigma associated with addiction, many addicts and alcoholics feel discriminated against on a global scale.  

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Behavioral Health Unplugged: Breaking the Stigma of Addiction