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February 15, 2019 How Racial Bias Has Shaped the Opioid Epidemic U.S. NEWS (02/11) – Implicit biases in doctor’s offices and elsewhere in health care are likely drivers behind stark racial and class divides in drug addiction and overdose deaths in California, a new study suggests. Read more World Health Organization Recommends Reclassifying Marijuana Under International Treaties FORBES (02/01) – Global health experts at the United Nations are recommending that marijuana and its key components be formally rescheduled under international drug treaties. The World Health Organization (WHO) is calling for whole-plant marijuana, as well as cannabis resin, to be removed from Schedule IV—the most restrictive category of a 1961 drug convention signed by countries from around the world. Read more U.S. Prosecutors Sue To Stop Nation's First Supervised Injection Site for Opioids NPR (02/06) – After months of threats, federal prosecutors in Philadelphia launched a legal challenge on Wednesday against the nonprofit Safehouse, which is hoping to open what could be the nation's first site where people with opioid addiction can use drugs under medical supervision. Read more Heavy Drinking in Teens Causes Lasting Changes in Emotional Center of Brain SCIENCE DAILY (02/06) – Lasting changes in the brain caused by drinking that starts in adolescence are the result of epigenetic changes that alter the expression of a protein crucial for the formation and maintenance of neural connections in the amygdala -- the part of the brain involved in emotion, fear and anxiety. Read more Opioid Use Disorder: Challenges and Opportunities in Rural Communities PEW CHARITABLE TRUST (02/07) – The increasing number of drug overdose deaths in the United States has hit rural areas particularly hard. Between 1999 and 2015, overdose deaths increased 325 percent in rural counties. Read more E-Cigarettes Are Effective at Helping Smokers Quit, a Study Says THE NEW YORK TIMES (01/30) – It has been one of the most pressing unanswered questions in public health: Do e-cigarettes actually help smokers quit? Now, the first, large rigorous assessment offers an unequivocal answer: yes. The study, published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that e-cigarettes were nearly twice as effective as conventional nicotine replacement products, like patches and gum, for quitting smoking. Read more Persistent Low Body Weight in Young Kids Increases Risk for Anorexia Nervosa Later, Study Finds SCIENCE DAILY (01/31) – A new study has found that a persistent low body mass index (BMI) in children, starting as young as age 2 for boys and 4 for girls, may be a risk factor for the development of anorexia nervosa in adolescence. Read more Depressive Symptoms and Suicidality in Adolescents Using E-Cigarettes and Marijuana (Abstract) JOURNAL OF ADDICTION MEDICINE (01/24) – E-cigarette use has increased dramatically among adolescents in the past 5 years alongside a steady increase in daily use of marijuana. This period coincides with a historic rise in depression and suicidal ideation among adolescents. Read more Sports Betting Is Legal. Watch Out. (Opinion) BLOOMBERG (01/20) – [...] Last year, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a federal law that had effectively banned sports betting outside of Nevada for nearly three decades. Since then, eight states have approved legal wagering, and another 20 or so are considering it. Read more Online Programs Designed for You Boasting renowned faculty, specialized electives and innovative curriculum, Drexel’s online graduate, bachelor’s and certificate programs in Behavioral Health and Addictions Counseling will prepare you to apply evidence-based practices to meet the needs of an ever-growing population of people experiencing drug and alcohol use disorders and behavioral (process) addictions. Learn More! Hawaii Is Considering a Bill That Bans Cigarette Sales to Anyone Under 100 CNN (02/07) – [...] Hawaii has some of the most restrictive cigarette laws in the nation. In 2016, it became the first state to raise the age to buy cigarettes to 21. Now, its new bill calls for raising the cigarette-buying age to 30 by next year, up to 40, 50 and 60 in each subsequent year, and up to 100 by 2024. Read more Neuroimaging Study Sheds New Light on How a Dose of THC Changes the Brain PSYPOST (01/19) – New neuroimaging research provides new insight into how tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, the main psychoactive compound in cannabis, affects the human brain. The study found that THC increases glutamate concentrations in the striatum, a major brain structure involved in the coordination of body movement, decision-making and the initiation of action. Read more Why use SASSI screening questionnaires: - Identifies SUD – even when someone is reluctant to self-disclose. - Accurately identifies individuals likely to be abusing prescription medications. - Screens for multiple levels of severity. - Distinguishes likely SUD from other psychological disorders. - Useful in developing treatment plans and goals. - Available for adults, adolescents, and special populations. TRAINING AVAILABLE - NAADAC CEUs FDA Wants to Curb Abuse of Imodium, 'the Poor Man's Methadone' THE WASHINGTON POST (01/30) – The Food and Drug Administration is asking manufacturers of over-the-counter anti-diarrhea treatments to change the way they package their products to curb abuse by people with drug addictions. Read more Arizona Pushes to Declare Porn a Public Health Crisis AZ CENTRAL (02/07) – Citing concerns about the proliferation of erotic images online and their "toxic" effect on behavior, Arizona lawmakers are pushing to declare pornography a public health crisis. Read more Membership Status Membership Expiration Date: Not a Member If you are not a current member, Join Now! Membership Benefits Disclaimer: The Addiction & Recovery eNews is a news service for the addiction profession which aims to give wide coverage to news and to the variety of views and opinions on all aspects of the subjects that are of interest to the profession. NAADAC does not necessarily endorse the opinions or views put forth in these articles, and neither guarantees the accuracy of the information provided by external sources/links nor accepts responsibility or liability for any consequences arising from the use of such data. Table of Contents - How Racial Bias Has Shaped the Opioid Epidemic - World Health Organization Recommends Reclassifying Marijuana Under International Treaties - U.S. Prosecutors Sue To Stop Nation's First Supervised Injection Site for Opioids - Heavy Drinking in Teens Causes Lasting Changes in Emotional Center of Brain - Opioid Use Disorder: Challenges and Opportunities in Rural Communities - E-Cigarettes Are Effective at Helping Smokers Quit, a Study Says - Persistent Low Body Weight in Young Kids Increases Risk for Anorexia Nervosa Later, Study Finds - Depressive Symptoms and Suicidality in Adolescents Using E-Cigarettes and Marijuana (Abstract) - Sports Betting Is Legal. Watch Out. (Opinion) - Hawaii Is Considering a Bill That Bans Cigarette Sales to Anyone Under 100 - Neuroimaging Study Sheds New Light on How a Dose of THC Changes the Brain - FDA Wants to Curb Abuse of Imodium, 'the Poor Man's Methadone' - Arizona Pushes to Declare Porn a Public Health Crisis

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Volunteer Spotlight: Jonathan von Breton - SMART Recovery® Blog Update

The latest blog articles published by SMART Recovery USA.  View this email online if it doesn't display correctly Here's a look at the latest blog articles posted by SMART Recovery USA. Visit the SMART Recovery blog to read more articles aimed at helping you, your loved ones and your community overcome addiction. Volunteer Spotlight: Jonathan von Breton Throughout SMART’s 25th Silver Anniversary year, culminating in our Annual Conference September 20 – 22 in Chicago, we will honor volunteers representing many types of individual service. ——- Jonathan (aka JvB in our online community) has been a SMART Recovery volunteer for over 20 years. “Jonathan helped SMART Recovery achieve many milestones over the years, […] Read more » Celebrating Our Silver Anniversary, SMART Launches Campaign to Help End the Addiction Epidemic President’s Column: February 2019 Written by current Board of Directors President, Bill Greer I am honored and humbled by the opportunity to lead SMART Recovery USA at this historic moment for any organization, our silver anniversary – a milestone that marks the success of years of hard work guided by visionary leadership. We are grateful […] Read more » SAVE THE DATE!  2019 SMART Recovery Annual Conference Mark your calendars and make plans to join us for the 2019 SMART Recovery Annual Conference happening September 20-22 in Chicago, Illinois. Join many of your SMART family members as we celebrate our 25th Silver Anniversary! Interested in joining us? Please fill out this short survey to let us know. About SMART Recovery  Founded in 1994, SMART Recovery uses science-based techniques that have proven to be effective in helping people recover from addiction problems involving any substance or behavior, including such things as alcohol, drugs, gambling, over-eating, shopping and internet use. Each week, many thousands of people discuss recovery progress and challenges at more than 3,000 in-person meetings in 23 countries, 25 online gatherings and 24/7/365 internet message board forums and chat rooms. Participants use SMART to assume responsibility for their own recovery and become empowered using its 4-Point Program®: building motivation; coping with urges; managing thoughts, feelings and behaviors; and living a balanced life. SMART has been endorsed by the leading government and medical authorities in Australia, the UK and U.S. For more information, please visit www.smartrecovery.org. Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTube | Blog Your contribution to SMART Recovery helps empower millions worldwide  with the tools to abstain from any substance or activity addiction. Information about alternative giving options: Send email to Giving@smartrecovery.org SMART Recovery is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

February 14,2019 Through The Twelve Steps With Spiritual Truth from Scripture TODAY STEP 1

February 14,2019 Through The Twelve Steps With Spiritual Truth from Scripture TODAY STEP 1

STEP 1 We admitted we were powerless over our addiction - that our lives had become unmanageable
(World Big book)




Proverbs 19:3 (NLT) People ruin their lives by their own foolishness and then are angry at the Lord.
(GODS BIG BOOK)




Well are You ? Dig real deep and now look around at the mess you are in,can you honestly blame God ! God never wanted any of this to happen ,but it did ! You can stay stuck without hope in the mess or you can look up and beg God to forgive you and give you the strength to just keep breathing. Make peace with God or die in resentment and anger and lose your Soul.If you think things are bad now it will beyond comprehension what happens when you lose your soul to satan and spend eternity in hell. When your breathing stops and it will what is God your Father going to say to you when your standing before Him.Your day of judgement will come as will for the rest of us! Humble yourself before the Lord call upon His name and you will be saved.



2 Corinthians 5:10 (NLT) For we must all stand before Christ to be judged. We will each receive whatever we deserve for the good or evil we have done in this earthly body.



By Joseph Dickerson/Recovery Connections Network
Psalm 103v3 He forgives all my sins and Heals all my diseases!

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Valentine's Day is a time where we show love to the people who mean the most to us, but what about those we are struggling to love?  Please join us today and show your #Love4Prevention! This year, donations made for #Love4Prevention will benefit MDC's Recovery Housing Support Fund. This fund was established in 2018 as a result of the Second Annual Recovery Resource Fair. In our community, there is a gap for those wishing to connect to recovery housing following treatment, incarceration, and/or unstable housing. This fund was established to aid these individuals who are not financially capable of paying the initial fee to enter a safe place to further their recovery process. From November 2018 to January 2019, this fund assisted 16 individuals! Currently, this fund is at $0 and MDC has a waiting list to support those seeking help. For this year's campaign, we are asking to raise $4,200 to help 14 individuals  start a new beginning in their journey of recovery! Transitional living is a major step in preventing relapse and we need your help! It costs $300 to be a sponsor or you can donate whatever you desire. To learn more about the Recovery Housing Support Fund here.  Our mission's success is due largely to the generosity of its donors, donors like you! We hope you will consider donating during our #Love4Prevention campaign. We ensure that every donation will go directly to the service and programs MDC implements in our community. Want to donate now? Click the link below and invest in the work we are doing! Donate Today! HOW CAN YOU GET INVOLVED? Give a Valentine! Share a valentine and donate to MDC in honor of someone struggling with addiction, in memory of those we've lost to addiction and celebrate those in recovery!  Share on Social Media All day we will be sharing graphics to help spread  #Love4Prevention! Check us out on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Share your favorite images and show your love by donating to MDC! Tuesday, February 12 Donate to MDC's Recovery Housing Support Fund atmetrodrug.org/donate to help support an individual starting a new beginning in their journey of recovery!  Metro Drug Coalition | 4930 Lyons View Pike | Knoxville TN 37919 | Phone: (865) 588-5550 © 2019 Metro Drug Coalition. All rights reserved.   Unsubscribe from this list Forward this email to a friend This project is funded by the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.

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