Addressing the Root in Recovery
“My problem wasn’t alcohol’, he said, “Alcohol was the solution to my problems.” About a year ago, I found myself divorced. Something I never imagined I’d be. Drinking was something
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Congressional Support Builds for Legislation to Prevent Opioid Addiction
Congress has spent hundreds of billions of dollars battling America’s opioid crisis. To date, this support has gone to worthy causes such as support for first responders, ensuring naloxone availability
What’s in your Bucket?
Each Friday night, about thirty people, myself included, gather to share a meal together and what may be on our hearts from the current week. “Addiction and recovery” is the
Opioid Crisis Persists, Urgent Need for Action
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continue to release data on rates of drug overdose deaths in the United States. In their latest update, it was revealed that
Congress Finally Recesses; Opioid Use Disorder Epidemic Rages On
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently announced that more than 93,000 Americans died of a drug overdose in 2020. This is, by far, the largest number on record.
Losing a Loved One in Recovery
Many people recovering from substance use disorders, like drug addiction or alcoholism, experience the death of a friend or family member while in recovery. Unfortunately, death and pain can make
Opioid Crisis Worsened During COVID-19; Time for Action is NOW
It is estimated that 90,000 Americans died from a drug overdose in 2020. This represents a 27 percent increase in drug overdose deaths from 2019 and is the largest single
New Year, New Opportunity for Congress to Prevent Overdose Deaths
The start of a new year ushers in many changes and opportunities. Among these changes are a new Administration, a new session of Congress, and many new lawmakers descending on
When Children Grieve
Years ago when hosting some teenagers during a fishing tournament, a fourteen year old struggling to understand asked me, “Miss Dana, why did my mother love drugs more than me?”
Grieving the Loss of Addiction
Leading a monthly grief support group affords me the opportunity to witness the many different losses one can suffer from, while being a part of a weekly addiction and recovery