National Overdose Awareness Day in 2016

Observing International Overdose Awareness Day in Colorado

Every 14 minutes, somebody somewhere dies of a drug overdose. For the past 16 years, every August 31 has been recognized as a day to publicly honor and remember any loved ones who were stolen by the devastating disease of addiction—International Overdose Awareness Day. Denver, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, and other cities worldwide will…

professional life and addiction

How to Keep Your Career on Track While You’re in Drug Rehab

Over 75% of all substance abusers are employed, according to a report released by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. But 91% of those with the disorder aren’t receiving services. One of the most common objections raised by substance abusers as a reason to keep putting off getting the professional help they need…

Denver addiction statistics

High in the Mile-High City: Addiction Statistics in Denver

According to the most recent report released by the National Institutes on Drug Abuse, there is an increase in usage of virtually every major substance of abuse in the Denver, Colorado, Metropolitan Area. Their findings were based upon: The National Survey for Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) Availability Treatment admissions data Hospital discharges The three…

Addiction is a big problem in Colorado

Top Cities in Colorado Where Addiction is a BIG Problem

“I hate Colorado having to be the experiment…  We should not try to get people to do more of what is not a healthy thing.” ~ Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper, speaking against legal marijuana in the state State-wide, Colorado has a serious problem with drug abuse and alcoholism that the legalization of recreational marijuana did…

outpatient vs inpatient drug rehab in Colorado

Weighing Out: Outpatient Vs Inpatient Addiction Rehab

“… I had to come to a place where I finally understood that I knew absolutely nothing about how to recover from this disease and that these people were clearly authorities on the subject. So probably, I should just let them do their job and listen to someone else for a change. Once I did…

alcohol awareness month in April 2016

April Marks National Alcohol Awareness Month in Colorado

“Alcohol and drug use is a very risky business for young people, and parents can make a difference.” ~ Andrew Pucher, President and CEO of the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence April 1 marks the 30th annual National Alcohol Awareness Month, sponsored by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence. Every April…

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Why Heroin is the Most Dangerous Drug in Colorado Right Now

“I’m spending time on the issue because here in Colorado and across the country people…don’t realize the costs in terms of lives, health, and economics. The number of deaths that come from overdose is greater than the number of deaths that come from car accidents.” ~ US Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Sylvia…