
Addiction vs. Attachment in Almodóvar's Latest | Addiction Onscreen
October 31,2019
For obvious reasons, Pain and Glory should interest anyone interested in addiction and recovery. It’s reminiscent of Ingmar Bergman's best... more

Breaking Up With Brandy Alexander: The Days of Wine and Roses, Revisited
October 24,2019
“People’s reluctance to accept that they have this illness—the blow to one's sense of identity and the social stigma associated... more

An Interview with Driftwood Co-Founder Peter Fluor | Driftwood Interviews
October 17,2019
“At Driftwood, we have a multifaceted approach to treatment. We try to foster a recovery lifestyle, and a big part... more

Why Don't You Just Quit?
October 10,2019
“The first thing people need to know is that these drugs take over the survival center. I don’t call it... more

Welcome!
October 3,2019
Welcome to Kuraĝo, a new blog covering addiction, trauma, recovery, wellness, and the search for meaning. more
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Texas Alcohol Abuse Statistics [Infographic]
August 30,2018
Despite the popularity of drugs like amphetamines and marijuana in Texas, alcohol remains the substance of choice for most users.... more

What Is Therapeutic Recreation?
July 10,2018
Therapeutic recreation is one therapy option that drug rehab facilities use. But what is therapeutic recreation? Furthermore, what are the... more

Depression and Drug Abuse
July 2,2018
It’s very common for people who struggle with depression to turn to drugs as a way to self-medicate. The other... more

How to Help a Drug Addict Who Doesn’t Want Help
June 29,2018
Your loved one’s drug abuse is out of control. You’ve tried to help, but there’s no interest. Maybe you’re not... more
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Prescription Drug Abuse Statistics [Infographic]
June 26,2018
Prescription drug abuse is a significant problem in the United States. According to SAMHSA, while marijuana is the most commonly... more

Addiction and Family
June 5,2018
People often refer to addiction as a family disease. That’s because the development of addiction is frequently rooted in family... more

Are Anxiety and Pain Related?
June 3,2018
Pain is largely considered to be a physical condition. Anxiety, on the other hand, is largely considered to be a... more
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Texas Drug Statistics [Infographic]
May 14,2018
Texas faces unique challenges when it comes to drug abuse. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas is... more

What Is a Holistic Approach to Addiction Treatment?
May 12,2018
Addiction treatment takes many forms. Treatment specialists don’t take a blanket approach because they understand that each person seeking help... more
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Signs of Drug Addiction [Infographic]
April 24,2018
Spotting the signs of drug addiction can be tough unless you know what to look for. The descent into drug... more
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5 Startling Facts About Meth [Infographic]
April 16,2018
You may not know many facts about meth. While you might know that it’s addictive, do you know how dangerous... more

What Is an Intervention?
February 24,2018
Taking the first step towards addiction recovery isn’t easy. Often, individuals need motivation in the form of an intervention. But... more
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