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Editorial Staff in Success Story
January 30, 2025

16 Years Sober: David’s Story

Today, I am proud to say I have over 16 years of sobriety. I am happily married to my beautiful wife, and we share a wonderful daughter. My family means everything to me, and I am grateful every day for their unwavering support. My mother, brother, and sister stood by me through the darkest times, and I wouldn’t be where I am without them.

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Karen in Addiction
January 29, 2025

The 5 Most Common Behavior Traits of an Addict

When someone you love is dealing with addiction, the truth can be hard to face. You’re not alone in having a hard time dealing with the personality and behavior changes of the one you love. The list of the most common behaviors below is provided to help you separate fact from the fiction offered by the person with the addiction. Once you know what’s going on, you can make better decisions and take the right actions.

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Karen in Marijuana Use
January 28, 2025

10 Reasons to Stay Away from Weed

1. Marijuana smoke contains carcinogens, 2. Smoking marijuana can cause lung damage, 3. Marijuana use is addictive, 4. Weed can damage ambition and motivation, 5. Marijuana depletes the body’s natural reserves, 6. Marijuana use is hard on your heart and blood vessels, 7. Weed use impairs mental abilities, 8. Heavy marijuana use is associated with psychotic episodes, 9. Use of marijuana is also associated with suicides, 10. High potency marijuana use can change human dna.

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Editorial Staff in Success Story
January 23, 2025

From Addiction to Stability: My Path to a Sober Life

At 12, I took my first drink, setting off a downward spiral through addiction, danger, and alienation. But thanks to my family’s persistence and the Narconon program, I turned my life around. Today, I’m sober, happy, and thriving with my family and career. This is my journey to freedom.

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Karen in Alcohol Addiction
January 16, 2025

Why Alcohol Is The Hardest Drug to Quit

You might not think of an alcoholic beverage as a drug, but it actually is. The active ingredient in alcoholic beverages is a drug called ethanol, also known as ethyl alcohol. What makes alcohol different from substances like heroin or cocaine is primarily this: it is not an illegal substance. In America alone, there are more than 600,000 bars, restaurants, and nightclubs where you can get a drink.

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Editorial Staff in Success Story
December 5, 2024

Narconon Gave Him Back to Us: A Parent’s Story of Hope

He returned to being the person we knew and loved before the drug use started. He gained confidence in his ability to have power over addiction, make healthy choices, and he had the drive to work towards achieving his goals in life. Our son continues to thank us for sending him to Narconon.

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Karen in National News
November 28, 2024

California Struggles with Increasing Fentanyl-Methamphetamine Overdoses

California faces a surge in overdoses from combined fentanyl and methamphetamine use, marking the “fourth wave of the opioid crisis.” With cartels targeting the state and polydrug abuse on the rise, more than ten thousand lives are lost each year, highlighting the urgent need for prevention and recovery efforts.

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Editorial Staff in Success Story
November 7, 2024

From Alaska’s Resilient Roots to Recovery: How Narconon Arrowhead Helped Me Find Life Beyond Addiction

My wins on doing the Narconon program and getting off drugs are that my perceptions changed on why I was doing drugs. I decided for myself that I wanted to live life, be clean, and do what I am supposed to do. I thank God for Narconon─I don’t think I would be alive without it.

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Karen in Drug-Related News
October 31, 2024

Oregon Reverses its Position on Drug Legalization As More Synthetic Drugs Pour Into the West Coast

Oregon has reversed its drug decriminalization law after three years, as rising homelessness, overdoses, and the influx of powerful synthetic drugs like fentanyl and xylazine threatened to overwhelm the state. The new law recriminalizes most drugs and aims to push users into treatment or impose penalties, signaling a shift in policy to address the growing crisis.

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Editorial Staff in Success Story
October 30, 2024

Hitting Rock Bottom and Bouncing Back: My Path to Lasting Recovery

The program itself is done on a gradient and every step has value. For me, there was a pot of gold at every point. I have no desire to do drugs or alcohol. My recommendation to anyone else who has a drug addiction is to first of all recognize and confront that you have a problem, and then get help. Go to Narconon, get onto their program, and really do it.

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