Imagine this: you’re scrolling through your feed, and there it is—a post about Taylor Swift landing another blockbuster album, seen hanging with another squad of professional football players or living her best life in ways that seem like scripted fairytales. Suddenly, your day isn’t as bright as it was seconds ago. Sound familiar? You’re not alone in this experience, my friends. Welcome to the world of jealousy, to which Courtney Love can relate. Welcome to the world of jealousy, to which Courtney Love can relate. Jealousy isn’t a petty emotion reserved for Courtney Love, despising celebs ..read more

The news of Toby Keith’s passing from stomach cancer has left us all in a state of sorrow and reflection. Keith, an iconic figure in the country music scene, was beloved by many for his deep voice, compelling storytelling, and portrayal of a lifestyle deeply intertwined with social drinking—a theme prevalent in country music. But his tragic demise brings to light an uncomfortable question: If alcohol is one of the main culprits of this disease, why aren’t we confronting Country drinking culture? Country music has long celebrated the highs and lows of life with a beer in hand or a whiskey on th ..read more

Whitney Houston. A name synonymous with unparalleled vocal talent, breathtaking beauty, and a heartbreaking descent into addiction that culminated in her tragic death in 2012. But beyond the tabloid headlines and glitzy persona, Houston’s story whispers a truth far deeper, a truth about the insidious link between trauma, addiction, and a system ill-equipped to handle the delicate dance of recovery. Whitney Houston candidly addresses the misconceptions about addiction recovery within the music industry, underscoring the need for trauma-informed approaches over 30-day detox programs. Houston s ..read more

In today’s fast-paced and demanding work environment, mental health is an issue that often goes unaddressed. Amid OpenAI’s board firing of Sam Altman, engages in an open dialogue leading to a conversation on the importance of mental health support during layoffs. However, recent events, such as the firing of Sam Altman, have brought this topic to the forefront. In this blog post, we will explore the links between workplace dynamics and mental health, discussing the importance of openly addressing mental health concerns. We will also delve into several key areas, including the impact of chang ..read more

Why Does Hollywood’s Treatment of Addiction and Recovery Need a Script Rewrite? Hollywood has long been a dream factory and a high-stakes battlefield where talent is incessantly pressured to perform and excel. Behind the glimmering façade of red carpets and blockbuster premieres, many artists struggle with personal demons, including addiction. The tragic losses of celebrities like Amy Winehouse, Philip Seymour Hoffman, and Whitney Houston have cracked open the conversation about the necessity for comprehensive understanding and support for addiction recovery in this high-profile industry. Mat ..read more

In the labyrinth of mental health, one critical term stands out vividly – Dual Diagnosis. Also known as co-occurring disorders, dual diagnosis refers to the simultaneous occurrence of substance use disorder and mental illness in an individual. The intricacies of dual diagnosis have puzzled medical professionals for years due to the complexity of its nature. Is there a cure? The answer isn’t straightforward, but progress is possible. Caught in Thought – An Individual with Dual Diagnosis Wonders About a Potential Cure The detection of dual diagnosis can be pretty challenging. Its symptoms ofte ..read more

Unearthing the statistics around drug and alcohol use disorder is a grim task but essential in understanding the magnitude of this issue. According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), approximately 20.3 million people across the United States aged 12 or older struggled with substance use disorder in 2018. Alarmingly, these figures keep escalating year after year. If left unchecked, this behemoth keeps wreaking havoc on individuals’ health, livelihood, families, and communities. A family finds strength in unit ..read more

Let us look closer at a concept that has been instrumental in reshaping many lives and providing boundless hope to several people embroiled in the clutches of addiction: Sober Living. As we delve into the heart of this topic, you’ll find that it’s more than simply an absence of substances—it’s a journey toward absolute freedom. First, let’s briefly examine the history and roots of sober living homes. Sober living originates in halfway houses—live-in facilities designed to offer therapy, support, and rehabilitation to individuals recovering from substance misuse—first recognized in the 18th cen ..read more

In the realm of addiction recovery, relapse often gets a bad reputation. People are quick to label relapse as a failure, a sign of weakness, or proof that rehab doesn’t work. However, if there is one thing we can learn from the journey of recovery, it is that relapse is often an integral part of the process. In this blog, we will explore the importance of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) compared to abstinence-only approaches. Also, we will shed light on the evidence supporting long-term outcomes, and emphasize the significance of sober living , like Pacific Beach Recovery in San Diego, aft ..read more

Alright, fam, the Supreme Court just hit pause on opioid giant Purdue Pharma’s bankruptcy restructuring deal. The reason? The Biden administration wasn’t vibing with a part of the plan that shields the super-rich Sackler family from lawsuit liability. So, here’s the tea, the Sackler fam, who were in control of Purdue, got the go-ahead for the bankruptcy to proceed by offering up $6 billion. The crucial intervention of the Supreme Court and President Joe Biden in reviewing a landmark lawsuit against Purdue Pharma for their role in the opiate addiction crisis in the United States But – and it ..read more