What Portland misjudged about addiction and why New York should take note

Hello. I’m Scott, and I’m an alcoholic. I’ve lived through the misconceptions and the fragility of policies surrounding addiction. I’ve seen the darkest depths where pain is the only constant companion. I understand that world, and I also know how to navigate through it. Some people try to differentiate between alcoholism and drug addiction, as […]
Numerous Oklahomans attracted to California for addiction treatment by insurance fraud, lawsuit claims

Oklahoma Residents Lured to Out-of-State Treatment Centers In Oklahoma, some recruiters are targeting individuals struggling with addiction on the streets, offering them free treatment and housing options in Southern California. One recruiter pointed out that having a proper insurance policy could be incredibly valuable, possibly worth tens of thousands of dollars. “Whether you want to […]
Trump understands the risks of addiction — he must oppose efforts to change the classification of marijuana.

Trump’s Potential Shift on Marijuana Policy There seems to be quite a debate around President Biden’s stance on marijuana reform. It feels like a far-fetched idea that he’s suddenly become a champion for it, especially after his somewhat playful promise to younger voters during a speech last year. Yet, oddly enough, reports indicate that former […]
Charlie Sheen looks back on his battles with addiction in a new Netflix documentary.

Charlie Sheen Opens Up About His Struggles in Upcoming Documentary Charlie Sheen is getting candid about his battles with addiction after a long eight-year stretch of drinking. Recently, he acknowledged that he “lit up the Hughes,” hinting at how a wild lifestyle took its toll on him in the early 2000s. This personal revelation comes […]
Shaq talks about using painkillers and intense discussions about addiction.

Shaquille O’Neal Reflects on Addictions During NBA Career Shaquille O’Neal recently opened up about his past experiences with painkillers and the “lifetime ban on strip clubs” he instituted for himself after facing challenges during his NBA days. On the “Armchair Expert” podcast with Dax Shepard, the four-time NBA champion revealed that he often needed painkillers […]
Rehabilitation facilities in New York City are strained as legal marijuana leads to an increase in addiction.

The head of an urban drug treatment program has noted a troubling trend—more clients are becoming fixated on marijuana since New York legalized cannabis for adult recreational use. “Honestly, it’s perhaps one of the worst decisions our society has made. Legalizing cannabis during the opioid crisis feels misguided,” Luke Nasta, president and CEO of Camelot […]
Butterbean shares the depths of his struggles following boxing success due to a sex addiction.

Eric “Butterbean” Esch Reflects on His Past Struggles Eric Esch, famously known as Butterbean, has been on quite a journey since his brief stint with fame in the boxing world. The cult-like figure has fought not only in the ring but also against his own personal battles. With a record of 97 wins, 24 losses, […]
Perry Farrell of Jane’s Addiction files a counterclaim against his bandmates’ lawsuit.

Jane’s Addiction Takes Legal Action Over On-Stage Altercation Jane’s Addiction is now embroiled in a legal dispute. On Wednesday, guitarist Dave Navarro, along with bandmates Eric Avery and Stephen Perkins, initiated a $10 million lawsuit against frontman Perry Farrell. This follows an on-stage confrontation during a concert in September 2024. Farrell has claimed that he […]
Jane’s Addiction Members File Lawsuit Against One Another After Onstage Altercation That Stopped Tour

Los Angeles – Bandmates Sue Perry Farrell Members of the alternative rock band Jane’s Addiction have filed a lawsuit against singer Perry Farrell following a violent incident during a Boston concert last year. Guitarist Dave Navarro, drummer Stephen Perkins, and bassist Eric Avery are seeking at least $10 million, claiming Farrell’s behavior on the tour […]
Members of Jane’s Addiction take legal action against frontman Perry Farrell following on-stage altercation, who retaliates with his own lawsuit shortly after.

Jane’s Addiction Members Sue Perry Farrell After Onstage Incident It seems the situation just keeps getting worse. Members of Jane’s Addiction have taken legal action against their frontman, Perry Farrell, following an altercation during a performance in September 2024. This incident has not only led to the cancellation of their reunion tour but has also […]