College students face increasing risks of substance abuse and addiction, a problem that’s become alarmingly prevalent. According to the American College Personnel Association, “One in four college students meet the standard for substance abuse.” This addiction often spirals into other issues, as nearly 25 percent of students fall behind in coursework or miss classes due to excessive drinking.
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As a country, we continue to do a phenomenal job of working downstream, then spend and inordinate amount of time glad-slapping each other on the back. And, here we go again; specifically, the recent news on treating addiction and the medicines used for the treatment of Opiate Use Disorder. For those of us who walk in the world of addiction...[ read more ]
The Bermuda Triangle of recovery often refers to the three major holidays that occur this time of year. This includes Thanksgiving, Christmas/Hanukkah, and New Year's. It is called the Bermuda Triangle of recovery in recovering communities because this is the time of year that many people get stressed out and fall back into old habits. Others may drift into depression,...[ read more ]
