Make doctors precisely explain why they are prescribing opioids and why they decided on the pill count and refill allowance for each patient.
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"Dope World" Takes a Globe-Spanning Deep Dive into Our Relationship with Drugs
Vorobyov investigated drug use and culture in 15 different countries on five continents, from the coca plantations of Colombia to the mean streets of Moscow.
The Perils of Dating While Sober
I am acutely aware of how careful I am to minimize my recovery journey when I first start dating someone.
Drug Deaths in Black Communities and Our Collective Denial
“While white addicts receive treatment, drug counseling, and a lenient criminal justice system, there are Black people still behind bars because of mandatory minimums, three-strikes laws, and disparate drug sentencing.”
Harpies, Bitches, Witches and Whores: Women Write About Anger in New Anthology
“People can see an angry man [who is] fighting for a cause and see him as strong. It’s not the same for women—especially not for women of color and trans women.”
Ibogaine: Promising Addiction Treatment or Snake Oil?
The induced vivid hallucinations and memories of childhood and formative experiences seem to be the key to ibogaine’s effectiveness in treating addiction, but experts don’t fully understand its mechanisms.
"The American Dream Is Built on Crime": An Interview with "Godfather of Harlem" Creator Chris Brancato
Even though he wants to help his community, Bumpy Johnson is an anti-hero. He is a criminal capable of extreme violence who is visiting horror on Harlem through the sale of drugs.
Nicotine and Self-Recrimination: Kicking My Last Addiction
I had four months smoke free under my still loosely fitting belt and had been patchless for over 30 days. Hours passed without any thought of a cigarette. I felt confident. And then one day, I stepped on the scale.
Social Media Algorithms as Triggers: Wish-ing for a Meth Pipe
Imagine if Spencer’s Gifts from the mall in the 80’s smoked crack, got skyrocketed into the future, and became a Black Mirror episode.
5 Ways to Process the Death of a Friend in 12-Step Recovery
Dealing with the death of a close friend in sobriety can be tough. But if you follow some simple guidelines and take it slow, you can transform a painful trial into a caring tribute that honors their memory.