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Veterans Struggling with Addiction

ph-admin — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 15:30:06 +0000

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

Lasting Pleasures, Robbed by Drug Abuse

akazickas — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 18:34:37 +0000

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. Click here to read the full article.

Comprehensive Treatment

akazickas — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 20:35:46 +0000

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 and emotional needs, as well as helping them stay on track in the classroom. Click here to watch the full story.

Keys To Success

akazickas — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 19:34:21 +0000

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 give those struggling with addiction the skills necessary to be successful after treatment. Click here to read the full article

Garden Renovation Brings Fresh Air to Phoenix House

akazickas — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 15:16:12 +0000

In collaboration with the California based non-profit Big Sunday, volunteers and 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. Click here to read the full article.

Play Ball!

akazickas — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:48:43 +0000

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. Click here to learn more about the event.

A New Beginning

akazickas — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 21:04:02 +0000

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. Click here to read the full story.

A Cause for Concern

akazickas — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 16:05:28 +0000

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? Click here to read the full article.

State Moves to Restrict Pain Killers

akazickas — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 19:49:30 +0000

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. Click here to read the full story.

Stories of Recovery: Sarah M.

akazickas — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 20:34:54 +0000

“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. Click here to read her Sarah’s story.