Op-ed
Join in as we tackle debatable topics on substance abuse and addiction. See what people are saying about real issues regarding recovery and addiction.

OP-ED: Safe Injection Sites Must be Legalized to Minimize Public Risk
By Tamara BuchenbergerSafe injection sites could effectively address the widespread public health crisis of IV drug-related deaths and the spread of ... Continue Reading
Safe injection sites could effectively address the widespread public health crisis of IV drug-related deaths and the spread of ... Continue Reading

OP-ED: Psychedelics Should be Legalized and Administered in Clinics
By Germain PalaciosThe push to legalize psychedelic drugs for medical use has intensified over recent months. Continue Reading
The push to legalize psychedelic drugs for medical use has intensified over recent months. Continue Reading

Why Some Need to Draw The Line on Alternative Medicine
By Elizabeth SewardIf you’re prone to all-or-nothing thinking, you may want to reconsider your stance as it may jeopardize your recovery. Continue Reading
If you’re prone to all-or-nothing thinking, you may want to reconsider your stance as it may jeopardize your recovery. Continue Reading

Why the #MeToo Movement is Crucial for Women in Addiction
By Tamara BuchenbergerIt’s finding the strength to hold on for one more day when you can’t recall a time you didn’t feel the strength someone else us... Continue Reading
It’s finding the strength to hold on for one more day when you can’t recall a time you didn’t feel the strength someone else us... Continue Reading

Op-Ed: Safe Injection Sites are a Necessity
By Tess ChedseyAs we continue to shed light on the disease of addiction, this controversy proves just how much more the public needs to learn ... Continue Reading
As we continue to shed light on the disease of addiction, this controversy proves just how much more the public needs to learn ... Continue Reading

My Thank-You Note to Donald Trump
By Toshia HumphriesMotivated by Donald Trump's rise and recently leaked statements against women, survivors of abuse who once kept mum and off the... Continue Reading
Motivated by Donald Trump's rise and recently leaked statements against women, survivors of abuse who once kept mum and off the... Continue Reading

3 Reasons Why Addicts Need a Rock Bottom
By Toshia HumphriesFor those who may not be familiar with the idea, here are 3 reasons why individuals may need a rock bottom in order to begin a ... Continue Reading
For those who may not be familiar with the idea, here are 3 reasons why individuals may need a rock bottom in order to begin a ... Continue Reading

3 Things That Set Addiction Treatment Apart
By Toshia HumphriesTypically, those who are diagnosed with addiction generally undergo more than mere physiological assessment and treatment, as o... Continue Reading
Typically, those who are diagnosed with addiction generally undergo more than mere physiological assessment and treatment, as o... Continue Reading

Why the Fight Against Marijuana Legalization is a Senseless Battle
By Tess ChedseyThe drug has medicinal purposes, low rates of addiction and the potential to be an American economic cash cow. Continue Reading
The drug has medicinal purposes, low rates of addiction and the potential to be an American economic cash cow. Continue Reading

Josh Hamilton's Relapse: The Right Course of Action
By Audrey BeimWhat should the verdict be for the Angels' superstar? Continue Reading
What should the verdict be for the Angels' superstar? Continue Reading

The Foundation of Frat Culture: Is It Brotherhood or Alcohol?
By M. LujanExamining an issue that has affected campuses nationwide. Continue Reading
Examining an issue that has affected campuses nationwide. Continue Reading

Does Social Media Trivialize Addiction?
By Cassandra HuertaWhen are jokes about addiction more harmful than helpful? This article examines how social media and other media may over-trivi... Continue Reading
When are jokes about addiction more harmful than helpful? This article examines how social media and other media may over-trivi... Continue Reading