“I was like a zombie” — Brian’s Story of Hope
This Story of Hope features Brian, now 9 years in recovery, who fell victim to opioid addiction when coping with his low self-esteem.
Xylazine Is Making the Fentanyl Crisis Even Deadlier
Just when fentanyl seems maximally destructive — addicting more youth, driving up overdoses and deaths — an even more dangerous drug, xylazine, has infiltrated the fentanyl supply, making the deadliest drug in the nation even deadlier.
“I had to stop. I was done.” — Anthony’s Story of Hope
This Story of Hope features Anthony, 55, who fell victim to opioid addiction at age 18 when a car accident killed his girlfriend and landed him in the hospital for a week.
California Sober: Genuine Recovery Alternative or Slippery Slope?
“California sober” offers a controversial path to recovery, allowing marijuana use while avoiding other drugs. Its effectiveness varies, but for some, it’s a valuable tool.
In the Fentanyl Era, What’s the Best Medication for Opioid Addiction: Buprenorphine, Methadone, or Naltrexone?
The FDA has approved three medications for the treatment of OUD: methadone, buprenorphine, and naltrexone. But which of the three government-approved medications works best?
“Today, I have a life filled with purpose” — Josh’s Story of Hope
This Story of Hope features Josh, 37, who fell victim to addiction when he was 12 as a reaction to his father’s alcohol- and cocaine-fueled rages.
“My wife started liking me again” — Jeffrey’s Story of Hope
This Story of Hope features Jeffrey, now 12 years in recovery, who fell victim to opioid addiction when he was 25 after being hit by a car while assisting an accident victim.
“You never know what someone’s going through” — Cass’s Story of Hope
This Story of Hope features Cass, now 5 years in recovery, who fell victim to addiction around age 12 when she contracted encephalitis and meningitis and began smoking weed and taking opioids to experience relief.
“I can’t believe I missed out on so much” — Taylor’s Story of Hope
This Story of Hope features Taylor, now over 3 years in recovery, who fell victim to alcohol and opioid addiction after being prescribed Percocet for his multiple foot surgeries.
“I’ve come so far. I will not jeopardize that.” — Antoinette’s Story of Hope
This Story of Hope features Antoinette, now 9 years in recovery, who fell victim to addiction in her early thirties when she was prescribed Percocet for leg and back pain.