Social media is pervasive, and most of us probably maintain at least one social media account. While social media can provide a platform for connecting with friends and loved ones and staying up-to-date with current…
Sam DekinNovember 2, 2021
What’s There To Know About Addiction Medications Combined with Recovery Therapy?
When you decide to enter a treatment program for addiction recovery, there will be numerous service offerings available. For example,…
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October serves as Substance Abuse Awareness Month, making now an ideal time to call attention to the effects that social media has on addiction. As with anything, there are both pros and cons to social…
Sam DekinOctober 22, 2021
As National Mental Illness Awareness Week is acknowledged October 3 to October 9, a loved one who lives with a mental health condition may be on your mind. Given the fact that almost one in…
Sam DekinOctober 5, 2021
In September, we celebrate National Recovery Month, to call attention to the need for effective substance abuse treatment programs. One particularly critical area of need during this year’s National Recovery Month is finding solutions to…
Sam DekinSeptember 20, 2021
Most people are familiar with apps that help them to manage their physical health. For example, it is not unusual for people to use apps to track their food intake, log their exercise, or hold…
Sam DekinSeptember 7, 2021
As the end of August rolls around, it is time to give some attention to International Overdose Awareness Day. While this event does call attention to a growing problem, it may also bring feelings of…
Sam DekinAugust 23, 2021
Harm reduction refers to a broad set of activities intended not solely to promote abstinence from drugs but also to reduce the negative consequences of drug use. The National Harm Reduction Coalition aims to “meet…
Sam DekinAugust 10, 2021
It's no secret that addiction is a public health concern in the state of California. Recent reports show that 2.7 million Californians meet the criteria for a substance use disorder, which is the clinical term…
Sam DekinJuly 21, 2021
