In February of 2018, the city of Portland was authorized to launch a lawsuit against opioid makers who they are holding responsible for the many deaths of Portlandians due to opioid addiction. Portland Mercury reports on the resolution being brought … Read More
Brotherhood: The Power of a Team in Addiction Recovery
By Brent Botros Tree House Staff Some people call it a team; others call it a tribe. There are many different terms that represent a strong connection between yourself and a group of people with common lifestyles, interests, goals, and … Read More
Beware The Ides Of March
“Beware the ides of March,” Julius Caesar was warned just before his tragic death. The ides of March refers to the 15th of March, the day on which Julius Caesar was, literally, stabbed in the back by his political comrades, … Read More
Luck of the irish in Sobriety?
We like to think that a holiday which is at the core meaningless to most Americans wouldn’t have an effect on us when we are new to sobriety. However, the way that addiction and alcoholism intricately influence the brain is … Read More
Could Evolution Lead To The End Of Alcoholism?
Alcoholism is a growing problem for mankind. Historically, we have had the ability to evolve out of what threatens our livelihoods and the livelihood of future generations. However, it seems, as technology progresses, our health is getting worse, and issues … Read More
Flea Of The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Opens Up About His Addiction
Anthony Kiedis, the lead singer for popular band Red Hot Chili Peppers, has been outspoken about his struggles with addiction. The singer wrote Scar Tissue detailing his history with drug and alcohol abuse, his attempts at sobriety, and more. It … Read More
Why I Work In Addiction Treatment
By Brent Botros Tree House Staff It took me a very long time to figure out my purpose in life and find what I was truly passionate about. After years and years of causing destruction to myself and others, I … Read More
Physical Effects Of Alcohol Abuse
Per the 2015 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 15.1 million adults 18 years of age or older – the equivalent of 6.2 percent of this age bracket – had an alcohol use disorder. This included 9.8 million … Read More
Healthy Ways To Remove Unhealthy People
Not all family members are healthy to keep in your life after getting sober. In addition, not all friends, coworkers, associated, peers, colleagues, affiliates, or people you turn to for services are healthy to keep in your life after getting … Read More
How Drunk Is Drunk? Part 2: The Dangers Of A 0.20 BAC And Higher
In our previous blog, we looked at the varying signs and symptoms of an elevating blood alcohol content, BAC, from 0.02 to 0,19 in various ranges. At each level of intoxication, there is a difference in behavior, cognitive function, and … Read More