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Social media can either make recovery feel impossible or provide a source of a sober community, helpful hints to stay focused on quitting, and guidance during change. Learn about the impact it can have on addiction and how it can be used to support recovery.

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Teens

What is a BORG? Harm Reduction Strategy or Binge-Drinking Disguised?
The viral TikTok trend - BORGs - is being called a "hangover-proof" drink by teens. But there's a catch. Here's everything you need to know.
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Teens

The FDA and JUUL Labs Feud Over Vapes
The sordid relationship between the FDA and JUUL Labs has resulted in a slew of policies and press releases due to the rise of teen vaping.
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Mental Health

Pro Athletes Shattering the Stigma Surrounding Mental Health
Professional athletes are using their platforms to destigmatize the conversation surrounding mental health. See what Kevin Love, Colin Wilson, and others have to say.
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Mental Health

Doomscrolling: Are You Obsessed With Bad News?
Do you find yourself aimlessly scrolling through bad news on social media? Find out how doomscrolling can affect your mental health
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Teens

Benadryl Challenge, TripTok, and #Ket: TikTok and Drug Use Among Gen Z
With recent TikTok trends like the Benadryl Challenge, TripTok, and #Ket, many parents are wondering if there is a larger drug use problem facing Gen Z.
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Drug Addiction

Your Ultimate Recovery Resource Guide
In recovery, you're never alone. Check out these resourecs to help you stay connected and focused on your recovery during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Drug Addiction

A New App Is Teaching People How to Talk About Drugs and Alcohol Addiction
Watching a loved one struggle with alcoholism is difficult but speaking with them about it can be just as tough. Learn how an app is making this talk easier.
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Drug Addiction

One-Third of Millennials Are Using Venmo to Buy Drugs
Drug deals do not just happen in dark alleys. Learn how mobile apps like Venmo are unintentionally enabling drug purchases.
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Recovery

5 Apps to Help You Stay Sober
Phone apps are helpful tools used for a variety of purposes. Learn how they can also be used to record and strengthen a person’s recovery journey.
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Recovery

Could Social Media Be Hurting Your Recovery?
Social media is supposed to connect us to the world, but for some people, particularly those in recovery, social media can be dangerous.
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Drug Addiction

Is Instagram a Gateway to Drugs?
Young people are increasingly finding illicit drugs through dealers on Instagram. Learn about the dangers of the app and how to encourage youth to avoid substance abuse.
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Recovery

3 Apps for Addiction Recovery
Maintaining mental, physical, and spiritual wellness is an important part of recovery that can often be overwhelming. These apps encourage and track healthy habits.
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