While the epidemic has been framed as one that mostly affects rural America, new research shows that overdose rates are actually higher in urban areas.
Category: Addiction News
San Francisco DA Expunges More Than 9,000 Pot Cases
The move makes San Francisco the first county in California to fully comply with the requirements of the state’s recreational marijuana legalization bill.
Chris Cornell’s Widow To The Opioid Task Force: No More Shame
Since losing her husband, Vicky Cornell has become an advocate for improving addiction treatment and spreading awareness about addiction.
How Can I Explain Addiction To My Spouse?
Struggling with how to tell a spouse you are facing addiction?We explain how to make the conversation more comfortable. More here.
How Working Long Hours & Weekends Affects Mental Health
Working longer hours during the week increased depression symptoms in women, according to a new study.
Top Doctor Details Opioid Addiction, Going To Rehab
When she was caught stealing meds from work, a top anesthesiologist was taken to rehab to deal with her addiction and save her career.
Women Launch "Joy Tour" To Raise Mental Health Awareness
Two women are on a nationwide mission to spread awareness about suicide prevention.
How Sobriety Changed One Restaurant's Culture
One Montreal chef’s journey to sobriety inspired his staff to change their relationship with alcohol at work.
Clark Gable III, Grandson of Hollywood Legend, Dies At 30
The 30-year-old actor had reportedly battled addiction prior to his death.
Everclear's Art Alexakis, Nearly 30 Years Sober, Talks Addiction & Recovery
“I spent most of my teens trying new drugs, and learning how to lie about them. My priorities in my teens and early 20s were drugs, alcohol and sex,” Alexakis revealed.