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COVID 19 & Substance Use Disorder: Ask the Experts Webinar Recording & Resources

On our webinar today, our awesome panelists shared some great information with us regarding the intersection of COVID 19 and Substance Use Disorder. As requested by some of the attendees, we are listing the phone numbers that were given during the webinar: UAB Beacon (Adults) – (205) 580-3278UAB Beacon (Adolescents) – (205) 761-0850Recovery Resource Center […]

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Kathy Copeland End Heroin Walk 2020

It Only Takes A Spark

It was a chilly, brisk morning; but the forecast did not call for rain.  I thanked God for the day and asked that He guide my steps, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to be involved. As the coffee brewed, I stood at the island in the kitchen and taped alphabets to poster board that would

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Sleep 
to Help in Addiction Recovery

Methods for Getting Better Sleep 
to Help in Addiction Recovery

Sleep and addiction recovery seem to have a cyclical relationship. When you’re in recovery, especially in the early stages, it can be more difficult to get quality sleep. And when you’re not getting the sleep you need, it makes recovery even harder than it otherwise would be. Plus, sleep deprivation can result in a slew of mental and emotional health issues that increase the likelihood of relapse.

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End Heroin Walk Birmingham

5 Reasons You Won’t Want to Miss End Heroin BHAM 2020

February 29th is quickly approaching which means END HEROIN BHAM 2020 is just around the corner. This year’s outing will be our fourth annual event which has given us the opportunity to ensure it’ll be a worthwhile experience for attendees and vendors. Below, we detail five reasons why you won’t want to miss END HEROIN BHAM 2020 on February 29th at 10:00 AM:

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Alternative recovery methods

Alternative Recovery Methods: How to Know What’s Right for You

If you or a loved one is in recovery for an addiction, you may be hearing a lot of buzz about alternative treatments. From acupuncture to hallucinogens, the addiction treatment community is always looking for new ways to cure addiction. But are any of these therapies right for you or the person who is seeking treatment? Read on to find out more about alternative addiction recovery therapies, ways to supplement treatment, and what really works.

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Medication-Assisted Treatment

Everything You Need to Know About Medication-Assisted Treatment

Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is a highly controversial topic amongst individuals in recovery as well as medical professionals. When choosing the most appropriate substance abuse treatment program, patients should remain vigilant and educate themselves. Addiction recovery is not a “one size fits all” path. One method of treating substance use disorder may be effective for one

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Have you Ever Thought?

Have you ever thought about how amazing it is that you were born into the time frame that you were, in the United States, into the region and family that you were, and then how a few happenstances along the way changed the entire trajectory of your life? Think, for instance, about how you met your best friend or your spouse, or maybe the unusual circumstances that led you to your profession.

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Texting trouble

Texting Trouble: Code Words that Signal Teen Drug Use

If you mistakenly say “Parkay” (margarine) when you mean “parkour” (urban freerunning), then you’ll likely scratch your head when you see “Got skrill need wings A3” on your teenager’s phone. Those texting code words, which translate to “Got money; need cocaine; anytime, anywhere, anyplace,” are designed to fly under your radar. Yet they’re a clear signal that your child is involved in the drug scene.

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