According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, “Sixty-one percent of individuals with bipolar illness also have a substance abuse disorder.” The Partnership for Drug-Free […]
How Bipolar Disorder Can Impact Your Life Read More
Are you concerned about your teen’s marijuana use? Do you worry that their marijuana use will interfere with their life? Many people say, “I don’t
Is it really “Just Marijuana?” Read More
It’s hard to believe that 2018 is coming to a close. The year has gone by quickly and yet so much has taken place.
5 Ways to Find Peace and Joy in 2019 Read More
This is a guest post by Eugene Stiltner, Co-Founder of “Sober and Stoked”. If you are reading this, odds are that you’re in the middle of one
How to Get Sober and Stoked Read More
This is a guest post by Matthew Boyle. Most people accept that drinking is not a healthy activity and that binge drinking is potentially life-threatening. Few
What is the Effect of Alcohol On Our Health? Read More
I’m excited to welcome Kali Lux, from Workit Health. Kali shares a new innovative way to provide treatment to our teens and young adults. We’re
How New Options Can Help Teens Get the Treatment They Need Read More
I’m pleased this week to bring Dominique Simon-Levine to the blog. Dominique is the founder of Allies in Recovery, an online support website for families.
How Allies in Recovery is Helping Families Change Read More
It is so inspiring to find an advocate who immerses themselves in helping others. That is why I’m delighted to share my interview with Maureen
Interview With Remarkable Advocate and Author, Maureen Cavanagh Read More
Last week I decided to reread Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change. It’s my go-to book that I use when I’m looking
10 Positive Quotes That Promote Change From “Beyond Addiction” Read More
Recently I read Dr. Jaffe’s new book, The Abstinence Myth. I found Dr. Jaffe’s alternative recovery approach refreshing and so needed. This is a book
An Interview with Dr. Adi Jaffe, author of The Abstinence Myth Read More
I met Sharon LeGore four years ago in New York City. We were among a group of eleven parents who had gathered to learn how
An Interview with Sharon LeGore, Founder of MOMSTELL Read More
Does the idea of forgiveness sound challenging to you? Would you like to learn more about why it could be helpful? It can be hard
Is Forgiveness Possible? Read More
This coming Sunday is Father’s Day. It’s the day we remember our dads. Father’s Day is bittersweet for some because of their child’s substance use.
11 Terrific Fathers Who Are Making A Powerful Difference Read More
Please welcome TJ Woodward, who shares his recovery story and what has been helpful to him. Please introduce yourself to those who don’t know you.
How To Maintain Recovery With Spirituality: Meet TJ Woodward Read More
Naloxone can be a life-saving drug for someone in an overdose situation from opiates. Pat Aussem has helped families in New Jersey by creating a much-needed
How Naloxone Can Help Save Lives: Meet Pat Aussem Read More
