Overdose survivor becomes recovery coach
"I lived like I didn't care anymore, and the disease progressed. I was to where, hopefully, I would die," … She ultimately became a recovery coach and now hopes others will face their addictions and get treatment. Hearing about a recent spike in … Read more on Turn to 10

Three Unlikely Groups Hit Hard by the Prescription Drug Epidemic
Three Unlikely Groups Hit Hard by the Prescription Drug Epidemic The face of drug addiction has changed dramatically in the past decade. Gone are the days when the “typical” drug addict was a junkie shooting heroin on the street. The widespread abuse … Read more on PsychCentral.com (blog)

5 Must-Have Conversations for Back-To-School Season
5 Must-Have Conversations for Back-To-School Season This is the time of year when shopping for school clothes and the latest electronics and accessories is foremost in your child's mind. But, for parents, back-to-school season brings up more pressing … Read more on PsychCentral.com (blog)

To Beat Heroin Addiction, Addicts Turn To Coaches
“[It's like] taking insulin, watching my diet, getting my blood work drawn, going to different appointments, walking on the treadmill, making sure I'm taking care of myself,” Pydynkowski says. Wurzburg is managing his recovery one day at a time and … Read more on Gant Daily