Tag: addiction
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Why Chris Pratt’s Mercy Sets a Damaging Moral Tone Beyond the Bad Movie
H2: A movie premise that promises thrills, but risks more than entertainment The film Mercy, directed by Timur Bekmambetov and featuring Chris Pratt, arrives amid a flood of high-octane genre offerings. Yet its premise—set in a near-future Los Angeles grappling with rising crime, homelessness, a meth epidemic, and a tense social fabric—begs a deeper question:…
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Why Some People Can’t Stop Drinking: The Science Behind Alcohol Dependence
Understanding the puzzle: why some people can’t stay away from alcohol For many, a drink is a social pleasure or a way to unwind. For others, alcohol becomes a force that undermines health, relationships, and daily functioning. Why do some people find it so hard to stop, even when they know the costs? The answer…
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Cork Publican Marks Recovery with Exhibition to Help Others Facing Addiction
Recovery in the Public Eye: A Cork Publican’s Inspiring Project In Cork, a publican who spent three decades battling alcoholism is turning his personal struggle into a beacon of hope for others. The upcoming exhibition, centered on the theme Finding Beautiful, aims to illuminate the harm caused by addiction while offering a path toward healing…
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Cork publican marks recovery from alcoholism with exhibition
A Cork Publican Turns Pain into Purpose In a quiet gallery space in Cork, a local publican has unveiled an exhibition that is as much about healing as it is about art. The project, designed to mark his recovery from alcoholism, is intended to illuminate the path for others who are struggling with addiction. It…
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New Orleans Doctor Reimagines Addiction Care: From Opioids to Holistic Healing
In the Heart of New Orleans, a Different Approach to Addiction Dr. Elyse Stevens has spent years stepping into some of the most stubborn medical deserts in the country: patients struggling with opioid dependence, chronic pain, and social barriers that complicate recovery. Based in New Orleans, Stevens has become a notable voice in a field…
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When Addiction Hits Home: Why US Parents Relate to the Reiners But Fear Stigma
Relating to a People’s Struggle When the news about Rob and Michele Singer Reiner drew national attention, it underscored a truth many families already know: addiction and mental health challenges do not discriminate. For parents across the United States whose children wrestle with drug or alcohol dependence, the Reiners’ story echoed long-standing fears, hopes, and…
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Just Like So Many Families: US Parents of Addicted Kids Relate to the Reiners but Fear Stigma
Shared Pain, Different Names: A National Struggle with Addiction and Stigma When high-profile stories surface about families touched by addiction and mental health, they often illuminate a quiet, persistent crisis that touches millions of households. The public attention surrounding the Reiner family—a well-known name in entertainment—has sparked renewed discussions about how ordinary American families navigate…
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Facing stigma and heartbreak: US parents reckon with addicted kids after the Reiners’ tragedy
Introduction: a personal story mirrors a national crisis When the news broke about the Reiners and their son Nick, many Americans felt a jolt of recognition. Rob and Michele Reiner’s tragedy brought a highly publicized family crisis into living rooms across the country. For parents whose children battle addiction and mental health challenges, the situation…
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Kratom, 7-OH Products, and the FDA Warning: The Narrow Path Between Popularity and Risk
The Growing Popularity of Kratom and 7-OH Products Across the United States, a growing number of consumers are turning to kratom and products containing the active compound 7-hydroxy mitragynine (7-OH) as alternatives to traditional opioids. Sold in many smoke shops, vape shops, and online retailers, these products are often marketed as mood boosters, energy enhancers,…
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Kratom and 7-OH: FDA Addiction Risk in the US Today
Rising popularity of kratom and 7-OH products Across the United States, kratom and its metabolite 7-OH have moved from niche herbal markets into mainstream retail spaces. Fans tout the products as natural mood boosters, energy enhancers, or alternatives to traditional pain relief. They’re increasingly found in smoke shops, head shops, and online retailers, making them…