addiction

A study suggests that a single dose of cocaine can rewire the brain and potentially increase the risk of addiction. The findings highlight the immediate neurological impact of cocaine use.

Melissa MacMillan discusses rebuilding her relationship with her daughter Eden five years into her recovery from addiction. The article highlights their efforts to relearn how to be a mother and child.

The Salvation Army in Charlotte partnered with La-Z-Boy to donate 60 gently used furniture items to their adult rehab center. The donation aims to help individuals recovering from addiction achieve stability and independence.

The Run Drugs Out of Town 5K, organized by Face Addiction Now (FAN), brought hundreds together in Clinton Township to combat addiction. Participants, including Kody Taverner and Daniel Seguin, ran to honor loved ones lost to addiction and promote community support. FAN, founded in 2007, focuses on connecting individuals and families affected by substance use disorder with resources and recovery networks.

Kratom, a legal $13 'natural' high, has led to addiction and 91 deaths, with reports indicating its use among soccer moms. A former addict described it as initially curing their pain before causing problems.

GLP-1 drugs are being studied for expanded health benefits beyond diabetes and weight loss, including cancer prevention and addiction treatment. However, scientific understanding of their full potential remains incomplete.

The article details an individual's journey from a cocaine addiction that escalated to a destructive five-gram-a-day habit, leading to the loss of everything they loved, to recovery through an unconventional therapy method.

A person's cocaine use in their teens escalated into a £5,000-a-day addiction that destroyed their life, but they recovered through an unusual therapy. The individual credits the unconventional treatment with helping them overcome the addiction and rebuild their life.

The author became addicted to weight loss jabs, lost eight stone, and is now battling a little-known, terrifying side effect. They reflect on mistakes made during their weight loss journey.

A Connecticut mother describes her son's severe cannabis use disorder linked to high-THC products, prompting state debates over potency limits. Research suggests high-potency cannabis increases risks of psychosis and addiction, particularly among youth. Some states are imposing stricter THC caps while others resist due to industry pushback and research uncertainties.

The article discusses rebuilding life after overcoming addiction, prison, and a felony. It highlights the challenges and process of starting anew following these significant obstacles.

Californians struggling with addiction face challenges in finding effective care, exacerbated by budget cuts threatening Treatment Atlas, a digital tool providing information on evidence-based treatment facilities. The article highlights the lack of transparency and quality in addiction care and urges state leaders to preserve the tool's funding.

Hunter Biden is attempting to engage with his critics through candid conversations and social media, shifting from his portrayal as a MAGA villain. His approach includes addressing past struggles with addiction openly and contrasting his family's controversies with those of the Trump family.

A New York City mother, writing under the pseudonym M.E., describes how the Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) took her newborn son without a court order despite a negative drug test and evidence of her preparedness as a parent. After a court hearing, a judge ruled in her favor, and the child was returned to her one week later.

Cara Delevingne disclosed selling drugs at age 14 before developing an addiction. She described the moment she recognized her problem.

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging that their AI tools, including ChatGPT, cause significant risks such as addiction, cognitive decline, and violence by prioritizing profit over safety.

California adopted the Housing First policy in 2016, leading to a significant rise in homelessness, particularly in Sacramento County, where the homeless population more than doubled. The policy, which provides subsidized housing without requiring sobriety or treatment, has resulted in environmental decay, public disorder, and overcrowded encampments.

A major UK survey highlights the negative impact of social media on family life, with parents reporting addiction, conflict, and regret. The findings coincide with the closure of a government consultation on children's online safety.

The article describes an individual's addiction to an unnamed stimulant allegedly used by Trump insiders, which caused severe health issues including sexual dysfunction and life-altering consequences. The author warns of the drug's destructive effects.

Spencer Pratt, a reality TV star and mayoral candidate in Los Angeles, is gaining national attention for his direct, unscripted communication style that resonates with voters frustrated by traditional political rhetoric. His campaign highlights issues like homelessness, public safety, and the aftermath of the Palisades fire, positioning him as an authentic alternative to polished politicians.

Hunter Biden participated in a podcast interview with right-wing commentator Candace Owens, discussing his recovery from addiction, political attacks, and shared experiences of being misunderstood. The conversation included mutual praise, apologies from Owens for past criticisms, and discussions on conspiracy theories and political targeting.

A recent bust at MacArthur Park has exposed failures within Los Angeles homeless nonprofits, with questions raised about whether these organizations can effectively help homeless individuals escape addiction and poverty when the organizations themselves are allegedly involved in drug-related issues.

An expert links teenagers' addiction to vapes with an increase in bad behavior, raising concerns over adolescent vaping habits.

Ellen Mulvey, a 'generous and caring' woman with a high-flying City job, died by suicide after accumulating hundreds of thousands of pounds in gambling debts. Her family is demanding UK gambling industry reform, citing her addiction to both mainstream and unlicensed online platforms.

Trustpilot, a reviews website, is hosting ratings for illegal casinos in the UK, raising concerns among MPs about consumer risks such as financial harm, addiction, and suicide. Unlicensed operators often target individuals who have self-excluded from licensed gambling platforms.

McDonald's is set to introduce a new menu item through an unexpected collaboration, sparking debate over its potential role in promoting addiction. The partnership has drawn criticism for allegedly 'feeding into addiction,' raising concerns about health impacts.

Jasveen Sangha was sentenced to 15 years for her role in the death of actor Matthew Perry, whose overdose was linked to drugs she sold. Perry, known for his role in 'Friends,' had a long history of addiction.