by Addison Clark | Aug 22, 2023
“I want you to understand, I am not an addict,” Rebecca (not her real name), a 32-year-old social worker calling from Philadelphia, spoke emphatically into the phone. “The pain I have is 100% legitimate and I work with a pain management specialist who is well...
by Addison Clark | Aug 7, 2023
When considering the various health hazards associated with excessive alcohol consumption, the potential for physical harm often comes to mind: liver damage, heart disease and other health complications. However, one often overlooked but equally perilous consequence...
by Addison Clark | Jul 17, 2023
Oscar* is 26 years old, has a girlfriend of five years and a one-year-old son. He has worked for a well-known delivery company for the better part of four years and has excellent insurance and benefits. Several months ago, he was physically dependent on fentanyl. When...
by Addison Clark | Jul 11, 2023
An opioid-based drink called “lean” has skyrocketed in popularity among teens and young adults in recent years, with one study suggesting that nearly seven percent of college-aged students have tried the concoction. Also known as “purple...
by Addison Clark | Jun 27, 2023
Opioids encompass a wide range of substances, including powerful prescription medications like fentanyl, oxycodone and hydrocodone, as well as illicit drugs such as heroin or street fentanyl. Each opioid has unique characteristics, including varying half-lives and...