substance abuse
What I Learned from My First 36 Days in Crystal Meth Anonymous
On meth, all my craziest sexual fantasies came true. But realizing I have an addiction meant realizing that my life will never be the same again.
Substance Abuse, Mental Illness Deaths Have Skyrocketed in Rural America
Access to treatment could have prevented many deaths in cash-strapped communities.
This Tiny Implant May Disrupt America’s Opioid Addiction Problem
Think of it like a microscopic IV with no physical traces.
Why This Recovering Alcoholic Wants Restaurant Workers to Stop Meeting in Bars
Having struggled with addiction, Anthony Rudolf wanted to create a better space for restaurant industry workers to gather and exchange ideas than a crowded bar at 3 AM.
Opioid crisis bill slammed as 'sham' with 'no real funding to solve the real problem'
Congress voted overwhelmingly to pass a bill designed to combat the US opioid abuse problem, but the White House and some Democrats say it lacks proper funding.
Krewella Open Up About Their Breakup With Kris “Rainman” Trindl: “The Truth Is Very Ugly”
Krewella were once poster children for the burgeoning EDM movement—then alcohol abuse and lawsuits drove the group apart. What happened?
A New Mental Healthcare Law Would Help My Suicidal Partner
A new bill could make access to help a lot more effective in the US.
Yes, You Can Be Addicted to Weed
People tend to think pot is not addictive, yet many regular users still struggle to quit. We spoke with an expert and pot-smokers across the stoner spectrum to figure it out.
There's No Such Thing as an Addictive Personality
No, that second piece of chocolate cake doesn’t make you an addict.