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Boulder Peer Recovery Leader’s Inspiring Journey

The man behind the Boulder peer recovery network has helped hundreds of people escape the thralls of substance dependency. And it’s largely because of Harold Niedzielski’s own story of healing that he’s become such a …

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Ohio to Fund $2.3M in Addiction Treatment for Inmates

Jails across the state of Ohio have received a second round of grants totaling $2.3 million to prioritize addiction treatment for inmates. Substance abuse is among the leading causes of death for prisoners.  Preventing Overdose …

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Buprenorphine Smuggling Sparks Detox Access Calls

A buprenorphine smuggling incident at a Michigan prison is sparking detox access calls nationwide. It comes after a corrections officer was found guilty of smuggling the drugs to inmates at the minimum security facility in …

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How Underdosing MAT Raises Opioid Overdose Risk

The opioid overdose crisis continues to plague communities across the US but according to a new report there’s one risk factor that is little discussed and even less well understood. This threat is the underdosing …

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How Long Does It Take To Detox From Fentanyl?

Fentanyl stands out as one of the most potent synthetic opioids available today. It’s a prescription drug designed to manage severe pain, particularly after surgery or for cancer patients. However, it can also be extremely …

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Is Xanax Addictive? Signs, Symptoms, and Statistics of Xanax Addiction

Xanax is often prescribed to manage anxiety. The downside of this treatment is that the drug can be addictive. Patients who take Xanax can become both physically and psychologically dependent on the drug, which can …

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A Guide to Understanding Court-Ordered Rehab

The unfortunate reality is that substance use disorder (SUD) can lead us to do things that we would never choose to do while sober, like obtaining a conviction. However, there is an alternative to incarceration: …

What Does It Feel Like to Be High on Meth?

Methamphetamine is a stimulant drug with both short-term and long-term effects—including physical and psychological dependence. With each use of meth, a person can experience both psychological and physical symptoms. Here’s what happens. Psychological Effects of …

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