Are Cities Helping or Hurting the Homeless Population?
What percentage of homeless are addicts? In 2019, I was travelling with family and friends to the Pacific Northwest. We were walking through downtown Seattle, and noted that there were…
Do You Know Why Suboxone Doesn’t Work?
Suboxone is supposed to be the gold standard of opioid addiction treatment. I don't understand why Suboxone doesn't work. Have you had a bad Suboxone experience? You were expecting the…
The Consequences Of Substance Use Disorder And How To Avoid Them.
What are the consequences of substance use disorder? Are you concerned about substance abuse and how it can affect your mental health? You may have started out using a psychoactive…
What Are The Effects & Consequences of Underage Drinking On The Brain?
What are the most serious consequences of underage drinking? Underage drinking is defined differently depending on if you look at it from a legal or biological perspective. The legal age…
Do you know how to help an addict that has relapsed?
Does someone close to you have a problem with addiction?How do you know what to do when an addict relapses? First, I recommend taking a step back and gaining some…
Can World Travel Cure Addiction?
In the world of recovery, there are oft-repeated sayings and stories for nearly any issue a newly recovering person may face. For example, if you go to 12-step meetings, you…
LifeRing Secular Recovery Provides An Alternative To 12-Step Support Groups
I believe that the first step in recovering from drug addiction or alcoholism should be to see a doctor. There are medical treatments and psychological tools that can help you…
A Talk With Best-Selling Author and Psychiatrist, Anna Yusim, M.D.
Dr. Anna Yusim is the author of the best-selling book, "Fulfilled: How the Science of Spirituality Can Help You Live a Happier, More Meaningful Life". Every day, more and more people…
Journaling For Addiction Recovery And Making Money.
Journaling about your recovery can benefit you in many ways, including to help you to stay drug-free. Substance abuse and addiction are difficult issues to overcome. Even after going to…
Does Suboxone Clean Up The Mess Of Your Life?
No, but it makes it possible for you to start cleaning up. Of course, it is easier to ignore the mess. Getting high every day means that you don’t have…