Addiction News
Breaking news about addiction therapies, counseling and rehabilitation services, events, resources, announcements, technology and products designed for all those affected by addiction and involved in treatment. This section covers addiction to substances and activities such as alcohol, drugs, sex and gambling that cause substantial harm to individuals as a result of repeated involvement.
Denise B. Gibson, BSBM Honored as a Woman of the Month for March 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Denise B. Gibson of Hemet, California has been honored as a Woman of the Month for March 2020 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of human resources management. Each month, P.O.W.E.R. features... - March 11, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles Announces a Free Public Lecture on The US Opioid Epidemic - History, Science, Treatment and Prevention
The November PLATO Society Colloquium will be on The US Opioid Epidemic - History, Science, Treatment and Prevention; Presented by Dr. Jeffrey Wilkins at The Skirball Cultural Center at The Skirball Cultural Center; Address: 2701 N Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049; 12:45 Coffee and Cookies, 1:30-3:00 Program. - March 11, 2020 - The PLATO Society of Los Angeles
The National Drug And Alcohol Screening Association Announces Its 2020 Conference and Tradeshow to be Held in Jacksonville, Florida March 9-11
The National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA) announced today that its annual National Conference and Industry Tradeshow will be held at the Hyatt Regency Riverfront located at 225 East Coastline Drive Jacksonville, FL 32202 on March 9, 10 and 11. This year’s speakers will... - February 12, 2020 - National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association
Rentmax.com Owner Starts Nonprofit to Fight Opioid Epidemic in Las Vegas
After both losing sisters to opioid overdoses, Holly Wever and Jennie Slade teamed up with Jennie's family to create Second Chance 5K, a 501(c)(3) charity in Las Vegas. The 4th Annual 5K will be held March 28, 2020 at Givens Elementary. This family friendly event is like no other giving connection, healing and hope to our community battling a national epidemic. - February 08, 2020 - Rentmax Property Management
Local Author Offers New Approach to Addiction
Palm Beach Psychotherapist and Addictions Counselor seeks to save millions of lives from addiction. - January 28, 2020 - Dr. Donna Marks
Live Entertainment and Giant Silent Auction to Highlight Purse-Impressions Fundraising Event
Purse-Impressions' 1st annual fundraising event, "Bags & Brunch," will feature live music by Acoustic Karma and a giant silent auction to support graduates from rehab start their new life by making a great first impression. The event takes place on Sunday, February 23 at Venues... - January 28, 2020 - Purse-Impressions.com
Miss America to Speak at the 2020 National Conference and Trade Show of the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (NDASA)
Miss America 2020, Camille Schrier, will speak at the NDASA 2020 National Conference in Jacksonville, Florida March 9-11. - January 22, 2020 - National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association
Fort Behavioral Health Welcomes Jeannette Simmons
Jeannette Simmons, MS, LMHC, NCC, LPC, LCDC-I, to direct new Veterans Program at Fort Behavioral Health. - January 16, 2020 - Fort Behavioral Health
Rosewood Centers for Eating Disorders Strengthens Offerings with Co-Occurring Disorders Care
AZ eating disorders treatment facility announces 5-goal process to treat co-occurring disorders. - January 16, 2020 - Rosewood Centers for Eating Disorders
The William Meredith Foundation is Proud to Announce the 2020 Award in Poetry Given to Washington, D.C. Lee Woodman for MINDSCAPES
The William Meredith Foundation is proud to announce the ninth William Meredith Award in Poetry given to Washington, D.C. poet, Lee Woodman. Maryland Poet Laureate, Grace Cavalieri has said of MINDSCAPES, "This award-winning poetry announces a bright new literary light among us." The collection includes fourteen stunning paintings by Connecticut landscape artist, Charles, W. Reyburn. - January 09, 2020 - The William Meredith Foundation
Hava Health to Present at BioTech Showcase 2020 in San Francisco
CEO Josh Israel will be presenting Hava's novel nicotine replacement therapy device. - January 09, 2020 - Hava Health, Inc.
Fort Behavioral Health Welcomes Dr. Casey Green
Casey Green, M.D. selected as new Medical Director for Fort Behavioral Health. - December 31, 2019 - Fort Behavioral Health
The Echo Group Welcomes White Horse Recovery as Its Newest Partner
Two local Mount Washington Valley area businesses that support behavioral health treatment team up to offer top-notch care and support. - November 27, 2019 - The Echo Group
Accredited Drug Testing Voted "Top 10 Recommended Drug Testing Provider"
Accredited Drug Testing has been voted one of the Top 10 recommended drug testing providers in the nation for pre-employment screening. - November 25, 2019 - Accredited Drug Testing Inc
Winning Way to Quit Smoking Announces Support for the Great American Smokeout
The revolutionary, multi-holistic approach to quitting smoking has been introduced by British author Shirley Amy BSC to help those taking part in this year's American Cancer Society sponsored event. The ebook, "The Winning Way to Quit Smoking," is reduced on Amazon for the day of the... - November 21, 2019 - Shirley Amy
DWX Supports Veterans Through CBD
Dragon Wing Extracts announces its support and appreciation for veterans and first responders through their discount CBD program. - November 13, 2019 - The Green Room Michigan LLC
Compliance Resources from Nationwide Testing Association, Inc.
Nationwide Testing Association, Inc. recently launched a new resource center online. The resource center is aimed at keeping clients up-to-date on all things compliance. In Nationwide Testing Association, Inc.'s resource center, you will find training videos, and news releases on current industry topics. - November 05, 2019 - Nationwide Testing Association Inc.
Scientology Nashville Teams Up with General Hospital for Red Ribbon Week
The last week of October is Red Ribbon Week, a time to educate young people about the dangers of drugs. - November 02, 2019 - Drug Free South
Attorney and Mediator Brenda Waugh to Facilitate Restorative Justice Workshop for Newly Formed Greenbrier County Maternal Health Group Providing Support for Addictions
Brenda Waugh, attorney, and mediator with Waugh Law & Mediation, will be teaming up with staff and volunteers at the West Virginia Healing Home in Ronceverte, West Virginia, to facilitate a workshop, "Restorative Justice for Children and Families." WVHH is a new organization in... - October 16, 2019 - Brenda Waugh
Indie Book Publisher Black Rose Writing Issues Suspense Novel That Fuses Current USA Opioid and Anxiety Epidemics
Author Marc Berlin borrows from media headlines to masterfully weave a disturbing tale of psychological suspense. - October 15, 2019 - Marc Berlin
New Surveys Show West Hollywood Residents and Visitors See Meth as Most Harmful Substance Abuse Problem in the City
Meth use is rising rapidly in West Hollywood, California. Community Organization Working with City Leaders to Develop Prevention Strategies. - October 12, 2019 - Institute for Public Strategies
HealthONE to Host "Crush the Crisis" Opioid Take Back Days
HealthONE hospitals educate community about safe, proper disposal of opioids. - October 12, 2019 - HCA Healthcare Continental Division
Marla F. Tonseth Honored as a VIP Member for 2019 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Marla F. Tonseth of Warrington, Pennsylvania has been honored as a VIP Member for 2019, by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the healthcare field. About Marla F. Tonseth Marla Tonseth is a Rehab Performance Improvement... - October 08, 2019 - Strathmore Worldwide
Chicago’s 1st Annual Grief and Healing Conference, the Renew Conference, Helps Those Struggling
Spiritual Medium and Mentor Stacey Lynn Cripps hosts the upcoming Renew Conference in Naperville, Illinois. This heart-warming event will bring peace and joy to those struggling. - September 30, 2019 - Stacey Lynn Cripps
NY’s Mindful Urgent Care Tackling Critical Needs with New Model for Mental Health and Addiction Services
New York’s Mindful Urgent Care has become the first and only chain of clinics in New York to provide same day in-network mental health care and addiction services. The clinics offer a completely streamlined process with same-day appointments and with most insurance plans accepted. - September 30, 2019 - Mindful Urgent Care
Brett Bohl Joins Apportis as VP of Special Events and Community Outreach
Apportis is committed to fighting the Ohio Opioid crisis and Brett Bohl will lead the community outreach efforts. - September 28, 2019 - Apportis
APTQI Urges CMS to Revise the Proposed Physical Therapy Provisions in Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Rule for CY 2020
Proposed across-the-board 8% cut to PT services would create market instability and hinder patient access to therapy services to reduce opioid use and prevent senior falls. - September 27, 2019 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Healing the Trauma Within, Women’s Empowerment Summit
15 Daring Women Share Their Methods to Move from Victim to Victorious. - September 21, 2019 - Daring Woman, Inc.
Mindworks Hypnosis & NLP Reveals How to Combat the Growing Vaping Epidemic
Hypnosis is proven to be most effective at quitting nicotine, including smoking and e-cigarette vaping. - September 14, 2019 - Mindworks Hypnosis & NLP
Midwest Recovery Center Growing, Acquires 3rd Location
Midwest Recovery Center, a substance use disorder and mental health treatment facility located in Lucas County, procured property from Davis College in Toledo on Sept. 4 in order to expand outpatient treatment services and host a slew of new services. The new location is on Monroe Street in West... - September 14, 2019 - Amatus Health
70% Savings Expected on Treating Orthopedic Injuries with Partnership Between Kansas Regenerative Medicine Center, KRMC Physicians, LLC & CPM, Inc.
Adding KRMC’s Stem Cell Therapy to an employer’s group health benefits can produce a savings of over 70% on orthopedic injuries where, previously, surgery would have been the only option. In addition, Stem Cell Therapy shows reduced absenteeism in the workplace while reducing the risk... - September 11, 2019 - Kansas Regenerative Medicine Center
Georgia Band Nocturnal Blonde Finds Healing in New Album; A Story of a Brotherhood, an Opioid Overdose, and an Unbroken Bond
Williams brothers share the story of the inspiration for their band, Nocturnal Blonde, and the album which brought them healing from an Opioid Overdose, "Still Gushing." A Brotherly Bond Bound Through the Music They Create to Heal Themselves - and Others. - September 10, 2019 - Nocturnal Blonde
Newly Patented Artificial Intelligence App Combatting Drug/Alcohol Addiction
PerfectCoaches Joining Forces with Treatment Providers to Combat Alcohol/Drug Addiction / Newly Patented, Cutting-edge Tool Combines Psychology of Operant Learning with Artificial Intelligence to Help Mitigate Relapse Risk Factors - August 30, 2019 - PerfectCoaches
Opioid Prescriptions Fall 75% at HealthONE Emergency Departments
HealthONE, Denver’s largest health system, and CarePoint Health of Greenwood Village, CO, one of the nation’s largest privately held physician practice groups, today announced a dramatic decline in the number of opioids prescribed at 13 Denver-area HealthONE Emergency... - August 28, 2019 - HCA Healthcare Continental Division
MAHOIR Innovation Consulting Launches Innovation Training Workshops, the First of Its Kind in Northeast Florida, to Teach Professionals the ABCs of Design Thinking
For the first time in Northeast Florida, an innovation training program is becoming available to the business professionals of all levels and all business sizes to teach them the fundamentals of Design Thinking. MAHOIR House of Innovation Research is launching a four-part training series on Sept. - August 16, 2019 - MAHOIR Inc.
Chicago Block Party, the Party with a Cause
The Genesis Dream Center, Children’s Literacy Project, and Chicago YMCA are proud to host the Chicago Block Party on Saturday and Sunday, August 31st and September 1st, from 11 am – 5 pm in University Village on W. 15th Street between South Racine Avenue and South Ashland Avenue. This... - August 08, 2019 - Chicago Block Party
Merrimack Valley Overdose Awareness Day - #MillCityRemembers
Get involved to prevent the tragedy of overdose. Knowing how to prevent overdose does make all the difference. - July 15, 2019 - Heroin Is Killing My Town, Inc.
RehabNear.me Provides Recovery Options to Adolescent Opioid Abusers
No demographic group is immune to the nation’s current opioid epidemic. Hundreds of thousands of young Americans misuse opioids annually as the percentage of overdose deaths continue to rise. RehabNear.me was introduced as an online resource for the individuals suffering the effects of... - July 11, 2019 - RehabNear.me
The Opioid Epidemic: Performing and Recording Artist John O'Brien Releases Music Video "By The Throat" to Urge Addicts to Get Help
Written in memory of his late brother, performer and recording artist John O'Brien has written a heartfelt song answering John’s burning question "What more could I have done?" He believes it is important to do everything possible to address the addiction of a loved one or friend by getting them help. The music video for the song portrays that happening. - July 10, 2019 - John O'Brien Music
Success Strategist Making a Difference Wins Business Honor
Recently voted as Top 25 Entrepreneurs by Leading Women Entrepreneurs. “The women we recognize are amazing role models for women in entrepreneurship and business everywhere. Their tremendous accomplishments are representative of the increasing impact women are making in the world of business. Every year, we continue to be blown away by how many successful women are nominated for the Top 25.” - July 08, 2019 - FINE to FAB
Church of Scientology Nashville Partners with Health Leaders to Demand Citywide Change on International Day Against Drug Abuse
The Church of Scientology Nashville in partnership with Drug-Free Tennessee held an event for International Day Against Drug Abuse to help the community keep young people away from drugs. - June 29, 2019 - Drug Free South
Hon. Dr. Dale Layman, Founder of Robowatch LLC, Sits Down with the Top 100 Registry Inc. for a Spotlight Interview
The Hon. Dr. Dale Layman, Founder of Robowatch LLC, sits down with Daniel Houle for a Spotlight Interview discussing his life and career. In May 2019, Dr. Layman was named Top 100 Registry's Man of the Year for his work in raising awareness in the fields of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence. - June 27, 2019 - Top100 Registry Inc.
Lindsey Arrasmith Joins the Team as a Counselor at Bellevue Family Counseling in Bellevue Washington
Bellevue Family Counseling is excited to announce Lindsey Arrasmith to its team of specialized counselors. Lindsey will be responsible for working with teens and adults seeking treatment for trauma, anxiety, PTSD and related chemical addictions. - June 26, 2019 - Bellevue Family Counseling
Life Fest Will Provide Free Mental Health Counseling in Kansas City
Two Missouri Mental Health Providers Team Up to Reverse Suicide Trends in the Midwest. - June 23, 2019 - Signature Psychiatric Hospital
Join Author, Nicole Thompson, at Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee Shop for a Book Talk and Signing of Black Therapists Rock: a Glimpse Through the Eyes of Experts
Join the discussion on how Black Therapists Rock: A Glimpse Through the Eyes of Experts seeks to end the mental health stigma in Black communities. Since trauma is healed better collectively, each author shares personal accounts of depression, abuse, grief, and other forms of trauma that is often ignored in the community. Nicole’s chapter reveals childhood memories of her mom’s depression that ended with her lifeless body lying next to her at age 8. - May 27, 2019 - GOAT Educators
Life Begins at Eighty; It's Never Too Late to Achieve Your Dreams
Milton A. Kaufman, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), announces the opening of his psychotherapy practice at 229 Fanshaw F, Boca Raton, Florida. The services offered are mental health counseling for adults, couples, children, and adolescents. Kaufman recently relocated from New Jersey. After... - May 17, 2019 - Milton A. Kaufman, LCSW
Addiction Recovery Network, Top Drug Rehab, Mental Health & Alcohol Treatment Centres Across Canada, Announces Their 14 Year Anniversary
Addiction Recovery Network is a top-rated drug rehabilitation, mental health and alcohol treatment organization with centres located in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia. The organization is proud to announce its 14th anniversary of serving Canadians suffering with Addictions and Mental Health. - May 15, 2019 - Addiction Recovery Network
Tonya L. Baker Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Tonya L. Baker of Springdale, Arkansas has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2019 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of drug and alcohol testing. About Tonya L. Baker Tonya L. Baker is the owner of... - May 03, 2019 - Strathmore Worldwide
APTQI Unveils Updated Website, New Branding
New APTQI website serves as a vital platform for physical therapy professionals, providers, and policymakers to learn about issues that impact the physical therapy community. - May 01, 2019 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Smoke-Free Alternatives Trade Association (SFATA) Responds to Recent Vaping Advertisement
The Smoke-Free Alternatives Trade Association says, "The FDA, the government and elected officials have hired a famous movie director to scare our kids. That’s what he does in his movies - makes people afraid. Except our kids aren’t dumb - they know there’s no scientific proof of what’s in this commercial. Kids won’t be lied to. They know the truth about vaping and you should too." - April 26, 2019 - SFATA