The problem is not just increased use of stimulants and opioids, it is also a lack of recovery resources, substance use disorder treatment, and a historical mistrust of healthcare providers.
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The First Drink Was Russian Roulette: An Interview with Leigh Steinberg
Life will knock us all back, but the question is can we stay in the present moment? Can we summon up the strength and energy to perform with excellence in those trying moments?
Strung Out: An Interview with Erin Khar
When I was in a 12-step program, I had so much shame… Some people seemed pissed off when you relapsed. I get that it’s upsetting, but have a little compassion.
Life After “Blackout”: An Interview with Sarah Hepola
I was far more scared to fail — to have written a lousy book that people ignored — than I was embarrassed about people knowing that, say, I had sex with some random guy in Paris.
Heidi Fleiss Talks Sex, Drugs, and Saving Macaws
I’ll get high to hide my pain and as an excuse. It’s stupid, just plain stupid. I’ve never known drugs to help anyone. It’s so crazy to hate it so much but to do it still. I don’t understand that insanity.
Addiction and Poverty, Dignity and Friendship: An Interview with Chris Arnade
Even in harsh situations people can find dignity, and create these beautiful things. Even in the crack houses, even in the drug spots there is beauty. It’s not just all down and out.
I Can’t Wait to Hug My Brother: A Conversation with White Boy Rick’s Sister Dawn Wershe
Whenever they needed something, our police and government, the FBI, they made all these big promises: You do this and we’re going to give you this. But when it came down to it, nobody was there for Rick.
Sex Addiction, Porn, and Online Dating: An Interview with Dr. Stefanie Carnes
More and more women are getting involved with porn, cybersex, hook-up apps and sexting. Given the technological advances, it’s not surprising that these behavioral addictions have blown up.
Lisa Marie Presley Writes About Painkiller Addiction, Opioid Crisis
The daughter of music legend Elvis Presley opened up about her struggles with opioids.
How It Feels to Be the Reality Show Villain: An Interview with Kari Ann Peniche
Those shows continue to haunt me and do me damage in my personal life. I was portrayed as this crazy person, and that portrayal is something I find myself having to fight against on a regular basis.
