Dr. Drew believes that addicts need to ‘surrender’ instead of ‘reset’ and describes New Year’s resolutions as ‘a setup for disappointment’
Dr. Drew Pinsky on America’s Addiction Approach As the new year approaches, Dr. Drew Pinsky believes that the way America addresses addiction is straying from effective methods. Every January, numerous Americans aim to revamp their lives, typically fueled by resolutions and plans. In a recent conversation, Dr. Drew noted that for those who have frequently […]
The harmful ‘wellness’ drink subtly transforming users into addicts
Concerns Rise Over Wellness Drinks The internet has sounded the alarm about the swift rise of “wellness drinks.” While these beverages may seem like harmless herbal supplements after a tiring day, the lesser-known ingredients are leading to unexpected, serious issues for many users. A recent TikTok video featured a teenager who approached a gas station […]
Eric Adams pushes forward in addressing public drug use in NYC with new law permitting involuntary commitment for addicts.
Mayor Eric Adams is pushing to make it easier to involuntarily take drug users off the streets for treatment, even if they do not want help. On Wednesday, he introduced what he’s calling the “Comfortable Intervention Act,” which aims to expand the scope of involuntary commitment for those battling substance abuse disorders, according to what […]
Rep. Ritchie Torres criticizes NYC for not clearing the ‘Broadway of the Bronx,’ citing a report that reveals it’s filled with addicts.
Congressman Criticizes City Officials Over Bronx Drug Market US Congressman Richie Torres is expressing frustration with city officials for their inaction regarding the deteriorating condition of what he refers to as “Bronx Broadway.” This area has become notorious for its outdoor drug market, attracting addicts and sex workers. “New York City continues to spiral out […]
New York City residents criticize proposals to establish a center for addicts and the homeless.
Residents in a West Village neighborhood are pushing back against St. Luke’s Church’s proposal to construct an $11 million mission on a historically significant corner in New York City. Locals worry that this new facility will attract more drug users and homeless people to the area, which they feel is already overwhelmed. The church envisions […]
Brazilian Tribe Takes Legal Action Against Publication for Labeling Them as ‘Porn Addicts’ in Article
Indigenous Tribe in Brazil Sues New York Times A group of indigenous people in Brazil is taking legal action against the New York Times, claiming a recent article inaccurately portrayed them as addicted to pornography. The Malbo tribe is seeking $180 million in damages. The community, residing in the remote Habari Valley, alleges that the […]
Amazon tribe claims newspaper report resulted in members being labeled as porn addicts
Indigenous Tribes in Brazil Sue New York Times Indigenous tribes from Brazil’s Amazon are taking legal action against the New York Times, claiming that reports regarding their initial exposure to the internet led to misrepresentations of their community, particularly labelling them as having a pornographic addiction. The Malbo tribe, situated in the Habari Valley and […]
Bernie Sanders compares Trump, Musk and other ‘oligarchs’ to ‘heroin addicts’
I-Vt. Senator Bernie Sanders, of the group, blasted President Donald Trump and Elon Musk to undermine democracy, compared the “oligarchs” of both parties with the “heroin addicts” who were “greedy” selected at the rally on Monday night. Comments came at the “Oligarchy of the Battle” rally in Idaho. These include Progressive “Squad” MP Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, […]
Revolutionary NYC program for addicts has fatal overdoses plummeting
Opioid overdose deaths plummeted for addicts in Staten Island's revolutionary treatment program, new research is as authorities are trying to expand it to save more lives. New data from the initiative shows that there were two fatal overdose of 612 people participating in the “Hot Spotting” program compared to 14 deaths of 1,089 addicts. “As […]
Technology addicts suffer same withdrawal symptoms as heroin addicts, therapist finds
Therapists who treat telephone addiction say the withdrawal symptoms that people suffer are similar to those experienced by drug addicts. Lee Fernandes, 48, is an addiction specialist at UKAT, providing hospitalized patients rehabilitation treatment to people suffering from drug problems, alcoholism, and even “behavioral” addictions such as gambling, gaming and the internet. I'm doing it. […]