Addiction to drugs and alcohol often coincides with an addiction to control. I think all of us want to control our environment and relationships to some degree.
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Marcus Ratz: Massabesic High School
He continued to excel academically and volunteer in the community after his father died of a heroin overdose during his junior year.
The Maine Millennial: A year into sobriety, I have a team to thank
My family, friends, boyfriend, cat, doctors and readers have all been pulling together to support me during an unending marathon.
Advocates warn of gaps in Maine’s gambling addiction program
As the state considers expanding gambling options, clinicians warn there are not enough resources to help people addicted to games of chance.
Suboxone isn’t a cure, but it’s a needed option on the road to recovery
There aren’t enough doctors willing to prescribe Suboxone, but the demand is there.
Our View: Never a reason to give up HOPE in addiction fight
Police departments’ successful efforts show that helping people overcome drugs is no lost cause.
Maine Voices: State leaders lauded for bipartisan step toward treating opioid abuse
But the ongoing stigma associated with addiction threatens to limit the progress we can make.
Another View: ‘Gaming Disorder’ label serves as reminder about addiction
Like everything else in life, digital wellness asks for moderation.
Demi Lovato’s new song suggests she’s not sober
The pop star released ‘Sober’ on YouTube on Thursday.
Please don’t leave me alone with my thoughts
More than half of men prefer electric shock over time alone with their thoughts.