Within the brain of an addict is the origins of his or her addiction. Many addicts are born with a birth defect, of sorts, wherein their brain is predisposed to a chemical deficiency (or even an over-proficiency) and therefore cannot Read More

1.When Joe Biden Spoke of Hunter’s Struggles With Addiction, He Also Spoke of My Own At the presidential debate on Tuesday, the former vice president said of Hunter Biden, “My son, like a lot of people, like a lot of Read More

1. Sharp Rise In Drug Overdose Deaths Seen During 1st Few Months Of Pandemic  Drug overdose deaths rose in the first three months of this year, according to preliminary numbers released Wednesday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.(npr.org) Read More

1.West Virginia embarks on campaign to lift the stigma of drug addiction Very few addicts are getting the help they need and that is why West Virginia’s Department of Health and Human Resources started a statewide education campaign.(vchstv)   2. Read More

1.Why do some people become addicted to drugs while others do not? A combination of genetic, environmental, and developmental factors influences risk for addiction. The more risk factors a person has, the greater the chance that taking drugs can lead Read More

1.West Virginia embarks on campaign to lift the stigma of drug addiction Very few addicts are getting the help they need and that is why West Virginia’s Department of Health and Human Resources started a statewide education campaign. (wchstv)   Read More

The legion also allows a person to develop new ways of relating to people by altering their perception and view towards themselves, society, and the world. Group therapy sessions give individuals an opportunity to learn and try out better behaviors Read More

1. Raiders’ Waller uses struggles with drug addiction to help Las Vegas youths stay clean Darren Waller knew he was moving to one of world’s great tourist destinations. He was more than familiar with the bright lights and unlimited entertainment Read More

1. Bringing Awareness To Addiction On International Overdose Awareness Day The opioid epidemic hasn’t slowed down during COVID-19. Monday marked International Overdose Awareness Day and around the world, people brought awareness to the struggles of addiction. (localsyr.com) 2.Awareness Key To Read More

1. Singer-songwriter Justin Townes Earle probably died of accidental overdose, police say Justin Townes Earle, the award-winning Americana singer-songwriter, died from a probable drug overdose, Metro Nashville police confirmed.  Earle, 38, died over the weekend, and his death was confirmed Read More