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Hope in Recovery: Positive Changes Transforming Addiction Prevention and Treatment in California

While substance use continues to challenge communities across California, there is also powerful progress happening every day. Schools, families, healthcare…

3 months ago

The New Addiction Crisis: Fentanyl, Counterfeit Pills, and Why “Just One” Can Be Fatal

Addiction and substance misuse have long affected individuals, families, and communities across the country—but the crisis looks very different today…

3 months ago

“Fenty Fold” May Be a Warning Sign of Fentanyl Overdose

Fenty fold is a side effect of fentanyl misuse.  Fentanyl is a potent prescription medication you’ve probably heard about, or…

3 months ago

What Is the Relationship Between Psychedelic Drugs and Schizophrenia?

While psychedelics and dissociative drugs affect the brain differently, both are often called “hallucinogens ”.   Though more studies are…

3 months ago

Dusting: What to Know About This Potentially Deadly Trend

Teenagers and young adults are often unaware of the potential risks associated with “dusting” or simply ignore the facts.  Some…

3 months ago

Adderall Shortage Due to Increased Recreational Misuse by Teens?

The FDA reported a shortage of ADHD drugs like Adderall in 2022, and the problem has not been resolved.  Until…

3 months ago

Why Do First Responders Need Specialized Addiction Treatment Programs?

To understand why first responders require specialized addiction treatment, it is necessary to have some knowledge about who they are…

4 months ago

Early Warning Signs of Addiction Families Often Miss

Addiction rarely appears overnight. More often, it develops quietly—through subtle changes in behavior, mood, routines, and relationships that are easy…

4 months ago

Hidden Menace: Designer Opioids Are Quietly Fueling a New Crisis

In recent years, the opioid epidemic has evolved—and so has the threat. The U.S. is increasingly besieged not just by…

8 months ago

The FDA is Cracking Down on Kratom:  Here’s Why

Kratom products were introduced to the U.S. market in 2023 and touted as a dietary supplement.  Many people use it…

9 months ago