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Fentanyl overdoses are now a catastrophe in America. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is prescribed for chronic pain. It is 80-100 times stronger than another commonly prescribed opioid, […]

Are you struggling? Are you worried that someone you care about might be showing signs of Fentanyl intoxication? Knowing the signs can be hard. We are going to see some […]

Alcohol is a substance that has negatively altered the lives of millions of Americans, including those in Oregon. According to the Oregon Health Authority, “In 2017, 1,923 Oregonians (40 per […]

We know getting addiction treatment could be the difference between life and death for ourselves or a loved one struggling to overcome the tight grips of addiction. What gets in […]

When we are seeking addiction treatment for ourselves or a loved one, terms like “outpatient” and “inpatient” may seem confusing. You may find yourself asking: What exactly do “outpatient” and […]

No one grows up dreaming of becoming addicted to drugs. That wasn’t the plan. It certainly wasn’t my plan. My name is Tori, and I’m a 25-year-old professional.  My colleagues […]

We have all heard of a breathalyzer test. These are commonly used by law enforcement officials and even campus police at the University of Oregon. However, there are a couple […]

Are you or your loved one actively struggling with alcohol use? Is alcohol beginning to take up more and more of your time, budget, and life? You may be wondering […]

It likely comes as no surprise that too much of a good thing is often not good. This is true with many things in life: overeating, over exercising, and overspending. […]