Neo-Natal Abstinence Syndrome [NAS] results when mothers use opiate-based painkillers, heroin or morphine during pregnancy and the child born has become addicted to those substances. In the U.S., about one baby is born every hour addicted to opiate drugs like Vicodin … Continue reading
We’re closing in on the (unofficial) start of the summer! When Memorial Day weekend kicks off at the end of this week, let the summer travel, BBQs and parties begin. Having fun is a must, but so is staying safe, … Continue reading
Iron Man 3 hit the box office on May 3 to great reviews, but it left out one theme that would have taken the movie in a very different direction. Recently, the filmmakers announced they cut a sub-plot featuring lead … Continue reading
“In the United States, as many as 13 percent of men and 8 percent of women over age 65 take part in risky drinking behavior, with an estimated 1 to 3 percent of them believed to be seriously abusing alcohol,” … Continue reading
Since 1949, Mental Health America has dedicated the month of May to Mental Health Month to raise awareness about and help break the stigma attached to mental illness. Events, fundraisers and media campaigns across the country will be celebrating this year’s theme of … Continue reading
Watch Christina Huffington, daughter of Ariana Huffington and the Huffington Post’s Women Assistant Editor, discuss her battle with cocaine addiction at the age of 22. She definitely portrays a message of hope and recovery. In her HuffPo article, Christina delves into … Continue reading
Spring has sprung and Alcohol Awareness Month has begun! ‘Help for Today. Hope for Tomorrow. is the theme of this year’s month-long dedication. As alcoholism continues to afflict millions of individuals and their loved ones, Alcohol Awareness Month is a … Continue reading
While animal-assisted treatment is not necessarily for everyone, its capacity for healing can be very beneficial for many in recovery. For those who have a special place in their heart for animals, including them in the recovery process can be so … Continue reading
More than 20 million Americans suffer from mental health disorders – yet nearly half of them fail to receive the treatment they need. Should everyone, regardless of their gender, age or medical history, receive a mental health screening during annual … Continue reading
Jane Velez-Mitchell is an award-winning journalist, best-selling author, host of her own CNN/HLN news show and a huge recovery proponent. Jane is known for her no-nonsense, tell-it-like-it-is attitude and outspoken beliefs about addiction and consumerism in America. In her 2009 memoir … Continue reading
Read Cathy’s insightful story of hope. We hope you feel inspired today! I want to thank you most sincerely for all the help you provided my family and I during the past several months. I contacted American Addiction Centers about … Continue reading
In honor of March as National Social Worker Month, we’re continuing to round up some of the beloved social workers on our own team. Lindsey Southall, LCSW, is a therapist on-staff at Greenhouse, our gorgeous treatment center in Dallas, TX. In … Continue reading
Sir Anthony Hopkins is one of the world’s most respected actors, famous for his chilling, Oscar-winning role in ‘Silence of the Lambs.’ Now at the age of 75, he has made more than 80 movies throughout his six-decade career. Anthony … Continue reading
Last week, we announced March as National Social Worker Month, and decided to round up some of the beloved social workers on our own team. Wendy Tobler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Desert Hope. For the past eight years, … Continue reading
March is not only National Women’s History Month, but Red Cross Month, which dates back to 1943 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt named the first Red Cross Month in support of fundraising efforts led by the humanitarian organization in response to … Continue reading
It’s National School Breakfast Week, and schools across the country are celebrating with contests and events to promote healthy, balanced starts to the school days. Sponsored by the School Nutrition Association and Kellogg’s, this great campaign is designed to help students … Continue reading
There are approximately 640,000 social workers in the United States. These are men and women who dedicate themselves to helping others overcome social challenges, whether they lie in substance abuse, mental illness, domestic violence, child welfare, judicial issues and so … Continue reading
We often discuss the importance of parents talking to their kids about the dangers of drug use – how to do it, when to do it and the importance of communication. More recently, moms and dads have begun to open … Continue reading
(image via womensviewsonews.org) February 24 to March 2 is National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, a week dedicated to increasing awareness about eating disorders and body image dissatisfaction “while reducing the stigma surrounding eating disorders and improving access to treatment resources.” … Continue reading
This is tragic. Federal data shows that in 2010, drug overdose deaths increased for the 11th straight year – and most of these deaths involved prescription painkillers. Namely, powerful opioids like OxyContin and Vicodin, and anti-anxiety drugs like Valium. According to the Tampa … Continue reading
