Author: Teresa

Le médecin qui a nourri l’addiction à la kétamine de Matthew Perry, acteur de la série Friends décédé d’une overdose en octobre 2023, a été condamné mercredi à 30 mois de prison, rapporte l’Agence France-Presse (AFP).Le docteur Salvador Plasencia est l’un des principaux responsables de ce drame pour lequel cinq personnes sont poursuivies.Il n’a pas fourni la kétamine qui a tué l’acteur mais a reconnu lui avoir vendu une vingtaine de flacons de cet anesthésiant hautement réglementé dans les semaines précédant sa mort.« Ce n’est pas un méchant »Il risquait jusqu’à 40 ans d’emprisonnement et avait promis de renoncer volontairement à exercer la médecine.Dans une…

JACKSON, Wis. — Community members who’ve lost loved ones to addiction lit candles to honor lives taken too soon in Washington County.Powerful music, speeches and open discussion brought people to Still Waters Church in Jackson for a candlelight vigil Thursday night. Marcus Aarsvold “This is an epidemic in our country”: Washington County families honor addiction victims at vigil “It needs to be talked about!” Kathy Stadler said. “It’s very heartbreaking to watch somebody fight that battle… They want to be part of the family, have friends and a successful life.”Watch: Washington County families honor addiction victims at vigil Vigil held…

The National Council of Women Societies (NCWS) Nigeria has commended President Bola Tinubu over the reappointment of Brig-Gen Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd) as the Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for another term of five years, a decision the council says will further strengthen and consolidate the ongoing effort against substance use and illicit drug trafficking. National President of NCWS, Edna Azura, who gave the commendation when she led other leaders of the council on a courtesy visit to Marwa at NDLEA national headquarters in Abuja, called for more collaboration between the women’s group and…

(Update: adding video, interview with Dr. Campbell of Recover Together Bend) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The holidays are often portrayed as joyful, warm, and filled with togetherness — but for those in addiction recovery or struggling with mental health challenges, the season can look very different. Instead of comfort, many experience a spike in loneliness, grief, and emotional triggers. Dr. David Campbell, Clinic and Program Director at Recover Together Bend Treatment Center, says the “holiday ideal” doesn’t match reality for many families. “The holidays can certainly be a wonderful time for warmth, happiness, togetherness,” Dr. Campbell said Thursday. “But this idealized fantasy…

With online shopping just a click away, mental health experts warn that the line between casual shopping and addiction is becoming increasingly blurred, especially during the holiday season.“It’s so easy. Even my wish list is just out of control,” said Chelsea Shoemaker, one of many digital shoppers experiencing the ease of online purchasing.Some shoppers have noticed concerning patterns among their peers.“Yeah, a lot of my friends, it’s like next level. Like they online shop, like too much. They spend so much money. It’s honestly scary,” said Charlotte Wall.The U.S. Census Bureau reports that online sales now constitute 15-16% of all…

Recovery Worx has opened its doors with regular hours after completing building renovations funded by Clinton County grant money.Recovery Worx is now open to the public Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. The center aims to reach community members who are struggling with addiction and ensure they know support is available.Recovery Worx is currently running a coat drive through February, and an initiative to create holiday cards for inmates at Clinton County Jail.WATCH: Recovery Worx opens with regular hours after renovations Clinton County recovery center opens doors with consistent schedule after renovations The recovery center now operates…

As a McDonald’s All-American basketball player, Chris Herren remembers blowing off assemblies in high school about drug and alcohol abuse, thinking that negative impact would never happen to him. But years down the line, Herren’s professional basketball career — which included stints with the Denver Nuggets and Boston Celtics — would be derailed by substance abuse and addiction. “I think this is about our self-esteem and our self-worth,” Herren told a group of students from Burrell, Kiski Area, Greensburg-Salem and Norwin high schools at Burrell on Wednesday. “I think this is about the kid we feel like we have to…

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The Government of Saskatchewan has introduced The Response to Illicit Drugs Act, a new law designed to hold drug traffickers accountable, enhance community safety, and provide both the government and individuals with mechanisms to recover costs linked to the harms caused by illegal drug activity.  “We want to ensure that those who profit from the production and trafficking of deadly substances face meaningful consequences here in Saskatchewan,” Justice Minister and Attorney General Tim McLeod, K.C. said. “This legislation gives government and individuals clear pathways to recover costs and seek damages for harms caused by drug offenders, while ensuring we continue…

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The holidays are often portrayed as cheerful and comforting — but for many people in recovery, the season can be one of the toughest stretches of the year. Mental-health experts warn that loneliness, grief, and family stress can quietly escalate during the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. Relapse risk spikes during this time, with common triggers ranging from high-pressure gatherings to the emotional weight of old traditions. We’ll look at practical tools viewers can use to stay grounded, maintain recovery routines, and create healthier, sober-friendly traditions. It’s a conversation that goes far beyond addiction —…