September is recovery month
… people had the opportunity to learn how to get started on the path. Starting at 9 a.m., at the Eastern Arizona College Activities Center, organizers celebrated Recovery Month for people suffering from abuse, alcohol and drug addiction, and mental … Read more on Eastern Arizona Courier

Marijuana study shows legalization has not led to more use
A nationwide survey released today found that legalization of recreational marijuana in some states hasn't led to more young people smoking pot. "The actual attitudes towards its use are really in line with other states," said Dr. Leslie Adair … Read more on Minnesota Public Radio News

Pfeffer: Ray Rice an exception to typically good pretrial diversion programs
Additionally, as of 2013, law enforcement officers can divert offenders detained for public intoxication and take them to a sobering center run by the Houston Recovery Center instead of jail. Since opening in 2013, the center … Similarly, Harris … Read more on Chron.com