When musicians chase dreams of superstardom, even the most successful can get caught in addictions that cause broken relationships, missed opportunities, and financial ruin. Still, many performers who have dealt with addiction have learned to cope with the temptations that come with playing bar gigs
5 Musicians Who Are Sober and Proud of It
Adventure Program November 2016
One of Morningside Recovery's alternate addiction therapy services involves adventure trips to beautiful, scenic locations. These trips help our residents relax, face their fears, and explore beautiful environments they may not have otherwise visited. On our recent Adventure Program November trip,
Adventure Program October 2016
The Morningside Adventure Program (MAP) is an intensive program were clients can participate in a wide range of outdoor activities throughout their stay in treatment. We recognize that the natural beauty of the outdoors is a catalyst for serenity and the MAP takes advantage of the experiential
Addiction and Insurance: How to Save a Life
Are you or a loved one struggling with addiction but can’t afford the care you need? Has a treatment facility ever turned you away because you didn’t have the required addiction insurance coverage? The solution you’ve been looking for can be as simple as signing up for a comprehensive insurance plan
Mental Health Awareness Week
In today’s society, mental health issues are becoming more and more relevant. We see so many tragedies on the news; which sadly, seem to becoming a normal description of someone with mental illness. We like to categorize some of these people as weak, uniformed or indigent people, however, according
Opioid Awareness Week
2016 has been a devastating year for opioid related overdoses, specifically on the eastern seaboard. With rising supplies of heroin in major cities on the east coast coupled with a decline in prices, first responders and government agencies have been left scrambling in an attempt to control the
Here are 5 People Challenging the Norm and Changing the World
Launched in 1997, Apple’s epic Think Different campaign is often credited as a key factor in Apple’s recovery. It refocused the company's messaging and got people to think about Apple as a company that's challenging the norm. Narrated by Richard Dryfus, the one-minute, black and white TV ad acted as
Pokémon Go: Car Crashes, Stabbings and the Quest for Level 30
Players are Putting Common Sense Aside and Their Lives at Risk Since its launch just two weeks ago, Pokémon Go has become a worldwide phenomenon, having more downloads in its first week than Tinder has had in its entire existence. Its augmented reality format changed the way we game, encouraging
Your Brain On Drugs: Looks Fun!
Anti-Drug Ads: Your Brain on Drugs Do you remember those terrible anti-drug PSAs? They said “drugs are for losers”, referenced a fried egg as your brain on drugs, and presented an over-simplified, Pollyannaish drug policy of “just saying no!”. Although there may be a kernel of truth to these ads,
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