Hydrocodone is the opiate compound found in prescription painkillers like Vicodin, Norco, and Lorcet. It is derived from the same opium poppy as heroin and…
By Pat Matuszak Over the years, one college complaint has echoed across addiction prevention and recovery communities from students and parents alike: Campus life encourages…
By Kathryn Millán, MA, LPC/MHSP The opioid crisis in America has become a regular topic in national news. Every day, more than 115 people die…
By Cindy Coloma Tina jumped as her alarm went off. Everything seemed to startle her lately. She had already been awake for hours, suffering from…
You’re tired of the hold drugs and alcohol have over your life. You’re tired of how they make you think, feel and act. Or maybe…
When it comes to addiction in America, the issue is black and white. And Native American. And Latino. No one is exempt. Addiction plagues communities…
Originally developed to treat borderline personality disorder, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a psychotherapy approach that’s used for a variety of conditions now. It involves…
On this episode of Recovery Unscripted, we hear from Dr. Eboni Webb, an internationally renowned trainer in Dialectical Behavior Therapy. In addition to developing two…
By Alanna Hilbink When a friend or family member is battling addiction — and winning! — you want to do all you can to help…
By Jim Woods Substance use and legal problems often go hand in hand. Maybe you’ve been caught driving while under the influence, or perhaps other…