Sober Stories

Drug overdoses are now responsible for more deaths than car accidents, and this trend shows no signs of stopping. Opioids and heroin are now the…

There are many types of medications that can be used to ease the withdrawal process of opioid and alcohol addiction.The withdrawal symptoms associated with these…

Use of medications like Ritalin has evolved into a culture of abuse with the intent to improve performance. Unsurprisingly, using a medication improperly can lead…

On April 29, 2017, Mark Zuckerberg shared his experience meeting with people from Dayton, Ohio, to discuss their recovery from opioid addiction. His Facebook post…

The paralyzing fear associated with anxiety disorders can make the temporary relief provided by drugs and alcohol seem appealing. For a moment, drugs and alcohol…

One huge misconception is that if you are sober, you cannot go out to bars, clubs, concerts, music festivals etc where there will be drinking.…

While those in favor of legalization often argue that marijuana is not addictive, there is no evidence to support this claim. As recreational use of…

Drugs and alcohol have been a consistent presence at concerts and festivals, like Coachella, for years. While different events tend to attract diverse groups of…

Many people in addition treatment struggle with co-occurring mental health disorders. Some may develop an addiction after self-medicating their symptoms, while others may develop these…