Laura Blandy, PsyD, our Clinical Director of Military Services, comments on a recent Boston Globe article about the complexities surrounding substance abuse treatment for military personnel… read more
In a recent New York Times article, Richard Friedman M.D. reveals that drugs have a competitive advantage over natural rewards and can hijack the brain’s reward system, making drug-induced pleasure a cruel illusion which ultimately never lasts. read more
New York 1, in their “Bars to Education” series, discusses the need for more treatment centers like our Phoenix House Academy at Yorktown, which provides programs that address students’ social emotional, and educational needs. read more
Self Magazine interviews Beyoncé about her long list of charitable work, including her experience working with Phoenix House clients, and how she hopes the Beyoncé Cosmetology Center will help those struggling with addiction. read more
In collaboration with the California based non-profit Big Sunday, Phoenix House residents worked to create a new outdoor patio and garden at our Phoenix House of Venice. The Los Angeles Times highlights the renovations. read more
On August 14th, local and celebrity artists and writers competed in a fun-filled game of comedy softball at the 62nd Annual Artists and Writers Charity Softball Game in East Hampton, New York. Event proceeds benefited our Phoenix House programs on Long Island. read more
After years of struggling with the ups and downs of substance abuse and homelessness, Mike F., who received treatment our Phoenix House of Orange County, is now in recovery and marrying the love of his life. read more
With SAMHSA reporting that abuse of opioid painkillers has risen more than 400 percent over the last decade, Newsweek begs the question: Why hasn’t this “silent epidemic” received more national attention? read more
Washington State Legislature has begun developing regulations meant to stop doctors from prescribing higher doses of powerful — and often dangerous — pain killers for patients who are not benefiting from them, the New York Times reports. read more
“Phoenix House showed me how to accept life on life’s terms and to realize that nothing is constant but change”. Sarah M., who graduated from our Phoenix House Academy of Austin, Texas, shares her story of recovery. read more