Addiction

Teen Vaping in California: The Hidden Risks of Nicotine and THC Vape Pens

Vaping has become one of the most common substance use trends among teens in California. While many young people believe…

6 days ago

Fake Pills Laced With Fentanyl: A Growing Threat to Teens Across California

Counterfeit prescription pills containing fentanyl have become one of the most dangerous drug trends impacting teens in California today. These…

1 week ago

The New “Tranq” Threat: Xylazine, Fentanyl, and the Growing Risk in Today’s Drug Crisis

The drug addiction and overdose crisis continues to evolve — and unfortunately, it’s evolving in one of the most dangerous…

2 weeks ago

Navigating Holiday Pressures: How to Protect Your Well-Being During the Festive Season

The holiday season is often described as the most wonderful time of the year—but for many people, especially those in…

2 months ago

Holiday Spirits: Recognizing the Warning Signs of Alcohol Abuse During Thanksgiving and Beyond

The holiday season brings joy, family gatherings, and celebration—but it can also bring hidden struggles. For many Americans, Thanksgiving marks…

3 months ago

Polysubstance Use Trends in California (Fentanyl + Stimulants)

Polysubstance use—using more than one drug concurrently—is increasingly becoming the norm rather than the exception in the current overdose crisis.…

4 months ago

Gas Station Heroin in California: The Dangerous Rise of Tianeptine and 7-OH

Updated October 11, 2025 • Written by the team at Design for Change Recovery in Lancaster, California. A new and…

4 months ago

How to Know If Someone Is Addicted: Physical, Behavioral & Mental Signs

For families and loved ones seeking clarity—written by the team at Design for Change Recovery in Lancaster, California. If you’re…

4 months ago

The Rise of Carfentanil in California: What You Must Know

California’s long struggle with the opioid epidemic is entering a more dangerous phase. A synthetic opioid known as carfentanil—an ultra-potent…

4 months ago

Nitazenes: The New Frontier of Synthetic Opioids and What We Can Do About It

In recent years, a new class of synthetic opioids—nitazenes—has emerged in illicit drug markets, posing a terrifying risk to public…

5 months ago