Tag: recovery advocate

Christopher Kennedy Lawford Dies At 63

“He was the absolute cornerstone to my sobriety,” said his cousin, Patrick Kennedy. Actor Christopher Kennedy Lawford has died, according to his family. The nephew of John F. Kennedy succumbed to a heart attack on Tuesday, according to his cousin, former U.S. Rep. Patrick Kennedy. He was 63. Lawford was living in Vancouver, Canada with… Continue reading Christopher Kennedy Lawford Dies At 63

Ultra Marathoner Charlie Engle Runs 26 Hours To Celebrate 26 Years Sober

Charlie Engle has been sober since 1992. Supporters cheered on ultramarathon runner Charlie Engle on Sunday, as he ran for 26 hours to celebrate 26 years of sobriety. “It’s an unusual way to celebrate but for me, running was a lifesaver,” said Engle, according to ABC 11 News. He said he’s running to “show those… Continue reading Ultra Marathoner Charlie Engle Runs 26 Hours To Celebrate 26 Years Sober

Demi Lovato's Fans Pay Tribute To Her Mental Health & Recovery Advocacy

Fans created the hashtag #HowDemiHasHelpedMe to tell the world how the pop star’s advocacy work has positively affected their lives.  Pop star Demi Lovato has made a name for herself as a champion of mental health and recovery support—having herself battled problem drug use, bipolar disorder, and self-harm. The impact of her advocacy is real.… Continue reading Demi Lovato's Fans Pay Tribute To Her Mental Health & Recovery Advocacy

Recovery Advocates Respond To Trump's Opioid PSAs With New Video

Two recovery advocates made a personal video about their addiction struggles in hopes of getting a meeting with the president to discuss opioid policies.  The Trump Administration’s quartet of “Know the Truth” public service announcements about the dangers of opioid use and abuse have garnered mixed reviews from the recovery community for their shocking tone. They… Continue reading Recovery Advocates Respond To Trump's Opioid PSAs With New Video

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