ADDICTION

Mar 03 2026RELIGION

Faith and Recovery: How a New Belief Can Turn Addiction Around

Jenny Teeters grew up juggling a high‑earning tech job, two teenage daughters and an MBA while secretly battling alcohol. She reached a breaking point when the stress of it all became too much, and she realized she needed help. The turning point came not from a rehab center alone but from an unexpec

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Feb 28 2026HEALTH

Salem Opens New 34‑Bed Detox Center to Bridge Care Gaps

Bridgeway Community Health is set to launch a 34‑bed medical detox and recovery facility in May at its Front Street campus in downtown Salem. The center will combine medically supervised withdrawal, primary medical care, and recovery services in a space that is nearly four times larger than its form

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Feb 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Kids Lost in the Feed: A Legal Fight Over Social Media

A California woman is set to speak in court this Wednesday about how growing up on Instagram and YouTube hurt her mental health. She started using the apps at ages six and nine, and later blamed them for depression and body image worries. Her lawyers argue that the companies profited by targeting ki

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Feb 15 2026HEALTH

Gaming Gone Wild: Is Your Teen Losing Control?

Teens today are glued to their screens, and video games are a big part of that. While gaming can be fun and even relaxing, it's easy for it to become a problem. The issue isn't just about the time spent playing, but also about how gaming affects a teen's life. Modern video games are designed to kee

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Feb 14 2026HEALTH

Faith and the Battle with Alcohol in Hispanic Communities

Hispanic Americans face a tough challenge with alcohol use disorder (AUD). Many in these communities rely heavily on their faith for strength and guidance. This makes churches and faith-based groups a natural place to discuss AUD and find support. However, there's a lack of research on how AUD and s

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Feb 14 2026POLITICS

RFK Jr. 's Unfiltered Confessions Raise Eyebrows

RFK Jr. has been making waves with his candid podcast appearances. He's been sharing some pretty wild stories, like his 14-year heroin addiction and his fearless attitude during the COVID-19 pandemic. But it was his admission about snorting cocaine off toilet seats that really got people talking. M

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Feb 14 2026HEALTH

Understanding the Dark Side of Fitness: When Exercise Becomes Too Much

People know that exercise is good for health. But what happens when someone exercises too much? This is not as talked about as other addictions. Unlike drugs or alcohol, excessive exercise is often praised. So, how do you know when it's a problem? A study looked into this. It talked to people who f

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Feb 13 2026HEALTH

Smartphones and Sleep: A Wake-Up Call for Students

College life is tough. Students juggle classes, social life, and part-time jobs. But there's one thing making it even tougher: smartphones. These handy devices are now a big part of daily life. But when they become an obsession, sleep takes a hit. Stress is a major issue. Students are always connec

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Feb 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

How Instagram Says It’s Not Addictive, But the Debate Still Rages

In a Los Angeles courtroom that felt more like a debate stage than a legal proceeding, Instagram’s boss Adam Mosseri challenged the idea that social media can cause real addiction. He argued that what people call “addiction” is really just a lot of time spent on the app, which he calls “problematic

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Feb 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Kennedy Center Faces Staff Cuts Amid Upcoming Closure

The Kennedy Center is getting a big makeover, but not everyone is happy about it. The performing arts hub in Washington, D. C. , is set to close its doors in early July for a two-year renovation. This means big changes for the staff. The center's president, Richard Grenell, sent a memo saying that m

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