Happy and sad people in shadow

Stigma is one of those concepts that most people know about but that, when asked, it is hard to explain.

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By
Alex Kaplan

A new horror film explores how the hardest person to learn to love is sometimes yourself.

what is fentanyl

National Fentanyl Awareness Day is a day of action to raise public awareness about an urgent problem: people dying at alarming rates due to illegally made fentanyl (FEN-ta-nyl), a dangerous synthetic opioid.

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By
Jennifer Collins

We survive because we must, whether it is for our children who are living, to honor our loved ones in some unique way, or because there is no other choice.

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By
Kristin Gourlay

Different Paths and Upbringings but Same Journey

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Meetings Are An Invaluable Resource for People in Recovery

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By
Karen Anginoli

You think you are the only one with these thoughts and problems, but others have the same thoughts. Going to meetings, and listening, will help.

Medications in a blister pack

There are several effective medications that can ease symptoms and help enable long-term recovery. Why aren't they more well known?

A young woman with short dark hair leans her fist on her chin and looks out a high-rise window

This Alcohol Awareness Month, find out if it's time to seek help.

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This Alcohol Awareness Month, learn about alcohol's impact on our bodies and communities.

Smiling Woman

Three Shatterproof Ambassadors Share their Experiences

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Non-Opioid Options for Pediatric Procedures

A person wearing a face mask, looking down with their head in their hand

An Epidemic Within a Pandemic

Statue of Lady Justice
By
Kristen Pendergrass

While no amount of money will ever compensate for the staggering loss of life caused by the opioid crisis, the resolution of this and other cases will provide unprecedented funding to address it.

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Color Street Helps to Raise Awareness of Shatterproof

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