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Five people in Greene County, Tennessee just celebrated a life-changing milestone: graduating from Recovery Court after conquering addiction. Their success stories prove that with the right support, recovery is possible.
A southern Illinois nonprofit just opened applications for scholarships up to $5,000 that help low-income students pursue college and trade school dreams. The program already transformed one recipient into a substance abuse counselor.
A groundbreaking VA study found that GLP-1 medications like Ozempic may reduce substance use disorders across alcohol, opioids, nicotine, and other drugs. For veterans battling addiction alongside diabetes, these findings could change everything.
California just surpassed its behavioral health treatment goals two years ahead of schedule, creating nearly 7,000 new treatment beds and 28,000 outpatient slots. The $4 billion investment is transforming how communities care for people experiencing homelessness and mental illness.
Student-led drug prevention clubs are now active in two Ghana high schools, empowering teens to tackle substance abuse before it starts. The initiative comes as new data shows girls ages 10-15 now match boys in smoking and drinking rates.
Popular diabetes medications like Ozempic may fight substance addiction by targeting the brain's reward system. A study of 600,000 veterans found users faced lower risks of developing addictions and dying from overdoses.
A massive study of 600,000 veterans found that GLP-1 medications, commonly prescribed for weight loss and diabetes, cut addiction death rates in half. The drugs also reduced the risk of developing substance abuse problems by up to 25% across multiple substances.
A young man who battled ketamine addiction at university is now helping others break free from substance abuse. His story shows that recovery is possible with the right support.
After two years of living substance-free, Jackie Forthman graduated from Van Wert County's Recovery Court, a program that helps people overcome addiction while addressing legal challenges. Her achievement represents the success of a community-backed program that's been changing lives since 2014.
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Former golf prodigy Anthony Kim won his first tournament in 16 years after battling substance abuse and nearly losing everything. The 40-year-old father says sobriety, faith, and family brought him back from rock bottom to victory in Adelaide.
Colorado Rockies prospect Zac Veen arrived at spring training 40 pounds heavier and completely sober after battling substance abuse for three years. The 24-year-old outfielder spent his offseason in a recovery program, getting baptized, and rebuilding his life with help from his high school coach.
The son of Pointer Sisters legend Ruth Pointer is celebrating nearly nine years of sobriety after decades of addiction that started at age four. Malik Pointer's raw interview reveals how trauma nearly killed him, but recovery gave him a second chance at life.
A Western Australian prison for women with addiction issues is being called a national success story for rehabilitation. The facility combines trauma-informed care with peer support to help residents break cycles of substance abuse and crime.
A British pharmaceutical company just completed global patent protection for a groundbreaking addiction treatment. The drug targets brain disorders and is moving closer to clinical trials that could help millions struggling with substance abuse.
After eight years trapped in trafficking, one woman's recovery is now helping others recognize the warning signs and find hope. Her story and the resources she connects victims to are creating pathways to freedom across South Carolina.