The actor recently revealed that a past battle with depression led him to self-medicate with alcohol. English actor and comedian Simon Pegg has had a busy year, appearing in Steven Spielberg’s sci-fi adventure Ready Player One, among others, and gearing up for the release of Mission: Impossible—Fallout. The prolific actor, screenwriter and producer is generally… Continue reading Simon Pegg On Past Drinking Struggles: "I Was Profoundly Unhappy"
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True North and the Geographical Cure
What it was like then: misery that had me researching the methods and means of suicide in the middle of the night on my cell phone, back turned to my husband, who was fast asleep, and to my children, asleep between us. The geographical cure: false hope that a change in circumstance might transform us.… Continue reading True North and the Geographical Cure
The Clearing
Alumni of The Clearing praise the non-12 step approach which focuses on “self-counseling skills” and “learning how to love yourself” while you heal surrounded by the natural beauty of San Juan Island.
Marijuana's Unknown Health Impact Leaves Experts Concerned
The drug’s Schedule I designation has limited research on the effects of cannabis and one expert says this is cause for major concern. Sixty-one percent of Americans now believe that marijuana should be legalized, but one expert says that among growing acceptance of the drug, people need to remain aware that cannabis can cause real health… Continue reading Marijuana's Unknown Health Impact Leaves Experts Concerned
Serious Bacterial Infection Linked To Injection Drug Use
According to a new study, the number of MRSA cases in those who use injection drugs more than doubled from 2011 to 2016. Those who use inject illicit drugs may be at risk of more than an overdose, as new government data claims that such individuals are more susceptible to a potentially fatal infection. Individuals… Continue reading Serious Bacterial Infection Linked To Injection Drug Use
Man Reportedly Asked Cops To Test Meth After Bad Reaction To Drug
“If you believe you were sold bad drugs, we are offering a free service to test them for you,” Florida police wrote on Facebook after the arrest. A Florida man was arrested last week after asking cops to test his meth for him so he could “press charges” against the dealer who supposedly ripped him… Continue reading Man Reportedly Asked Cops To Test Meth After Bad Reaction To Drug
Congresswoman On Mission To Increase Diversity In Marijuana Industry
Congresswoman Barbara Lee has introduced first-of-its-kind legislation to directly address diversity in the marijuana industry. California Rep. Barbara Lee wants to add some diversity to the overwhelmingly white marijuana industry, a fact that was apparent after a Maryland dispensary named a strain “Strange Fruit.” The name is a reference to a Billie Holiday song in… Continue reading Congresswoman On Mission To Increase Diversity In Marijuana Industry
David Spade Donates To Mental Health Organization In Kate Spade's Honor
In light of his sister-in-law’s suicide, the comedian has donated $100,000 to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. The tragic suicide of fashion designer Kate Spade has led her brother-in-law, comedian David Spade, to donate $100,000 to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) in hopes that it will help others who may be dealing with… Continue reading David Spade Donates To Mental Health Organization In Kate Spade's Honor
Generic Suboxone Strips Get The Green Light
The FDA’s move could mean wider availability and more competitive pricing for the popular addiction-fighting drug. The FDA last week sparked a flurry of legal wrangling when it gave the go-ahead for two drugmakers to sell generic versions of Suboxone strips. Part of an agency push to expand access to medication-assisted treatment, the move could… Continue reading Generic Suboxone Strips Get The Green Light
An End to the Parent-Child Role Reversal: Taking Care of Me
When my dad drank, he folded in on himself and quietly disappeared. When this happened, I’d wait patiently for his return while dreaming up myriad ways to make his life better. There was a little more than a week to go before my wedding day. Left on my to-do list was an array of tasks:… Continue reading An End to the Parent-Child Role Reversal: Taking Care of Me