The stigma of addiction is a barrier that keeps people from getting the help they need and it affects the lives of millions of Americans who are living in active…
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Read PostDo the Sober October Challenge with Affect You may be hearing about it online and wondering, what is Sober October? Sober October is a growing movement where millions of people…
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Read PostSober apps are a great way for people to explore and change their drinking and drug habits. They also help people in the recovery process stay sober.
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Read PostMay 7 is National Fentanyl Awareness Day in the United States. It is a day for remembering those lost to fentanyl poisoning and overdose and to educate the public about the deadly dangers of this drug…
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