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San Antonio man running from D.C. to San Antonio to raise awareness around substance abuse
Read full article: San Antonio man running from D.C. to San Antonio to raise awareness around substance abuseA San Antonio man is undertaking an ambitious cross-country run to raise money and awareness for families struggling with substance abuse.
Why do we become addicted to things? Recognizing the top 10 most common addictions
Read full article: Why do we become addicted to things? Recognizing the top 10 most common addictionsThe Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration says additction happens gradually, but it always begins with experimentation.
Ohio woman creates sober cafe for alcohol and drug addicts
Read full article: Ohio woman creates sober cafe for alcohol and drug addictsOver half of Americans consider themselves drinkers and more than 19 million people are addicted to alcohol or drugs. Experts suggest during COVID, join a social media sober group. Also, prepare your storyāwhen someone asks why you donāt drink, have an answer ready, like you have to get up early or you quit for health reasons. āAddicts and alcoholics who are trying to be sober donāt have to feel alone,ā said Barnes. And most importantly, if you abuse alcohol, thereās a 50% greater risk increase that your kids will drink too.