Do you remember playing with your toys as a kid? There seemed to be a limitless supply of adventure to go around. But as you got older, it became harder to break into that imagination. Slowly, that experience began to fade, until you no longer felt that special connection with your toys. This is what…
We’re right in the middle of the holiday season. And while that might give you warm memories of family and friends, you know that it can also be a stressful time. That notion is especially true for someone recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction. Factors like unhealthy eating, financial strain and busy schedules can…
You worked hard to reach recovery. But being sober does not mean that your journey is over. You’re proud that you were able to heal from your addiction to drugs or alcohol. But every once in a while, there’s a thought that gives you pause: “What if I relapse?” Whether it’s extra stress or getting…
Congratulations, you’re in recovery! And the holiday season is the perfect opportunity to spend time with all the friends and family who supported your journey. When you’re in recovery, spending time with your support system can help give you a little extra motivation to keep moving forward. But the holiday season is also loaded with…
When you first tried cocaine, you weren’t thinking about the long-term effects. It increased your confidence, helped you feel unstoppable and made everything around you become more vibrant. Then, the high started to dissipate and all you could think about was getting back to that incredible state of euphoria. Before you knew it, cocaine went…
You started working in construction for a reason. There’s something naturally rewarding about working with your hands and being part of a team. The work is tough, but at the end of a project, you feel a strong sense of pride and accomplishment as you look out and see everything your team got done. But…
Ohio is no stranger to the shadow that’s been cast by the opioid epidemic. According to research done by The Ohio State University, the opioid epidemic in our state costs up to $8.8 billion a year. For reference, that’s about the same amount we spent on K through 12 education in the state. But the…
You can think back to a time where it was just you and your spouse enjoying your life together. But now, things have changed. Your relationship has developed a third member – alcohol. You know your spouse drinks too much, and you’re often left wondering why they can’t stop. Maybe their alcohol use disorder has…
It’s arguable that the opioid epidemic is one of the worst our country has ever seen. In fact, the opioid crisis has played a direct role in U.S. life expectancy falling over the last two years. Unfortunately, Ohio has not been immune to the damage. In 2017, Ohio had the second highest rate of opioid…
For Ohioans, the opioid crisis continues to surge on. With fentanyl on the rise, addiction and overdose deaths continue to cast a shadow over our communities. But you didn’t think you needed to worry about this, since your loved one was struggling with cocaine, a completely different drug. Unfortunately, cocaine laced with fentanyl has started…