For Brad Bell, it came down to one word: Willingness. “I was in pain. I needed help,” he recalls his addiction struggles after leaving the Marine Corps. “But I had the willingness to change.”
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‘Trifecta of Goodness’: Working with Purpose to Battle Addiction
For Brad Bell, it came down to one word: Willingness. “I was in pain. I needed help,” he recalls his addiction struggles after leaving the Marine Corps. “But I had the willingness to change.”
Read MoreTrauma-Informed Approach: Are You Adapting to Today’s Stresses?
When it comes to humans, there’s no shortage of trauma. Violence, abuse, neglect, loss, disaster, war, natural disasters, pandemics, and other emotionally harmful experiences can all trigger trauma, affecting just about everyone, no matter the age, gender, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or geography.
Read MoreAssessments and Testing Can Save Us from Being Duped
Retired Circuit Court Judge Patrick Bowler of Michigan reminds us using standardized, validated assessments and reliable drug/alcohol testing, judges can gain objective information -and not be duped.
Read MoreStaying Safe and Staying Effective: Tools for Recovery in the Era of COVID-19
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently announced that more than 100,000 people died of drug overdoses during the 12-month period ending April 2021. Health officials described the dramatic increase in overdose deaths as an example of the devastating effects of COVID-19 as it spreads far beyond the disease itself.
Read MoreHonoring our Veterans – The Importance of Veterans Treatment Courts
It’s easy to get lost in the patriotic spirit that the month of November brings. Social media posts honoring our veterans, American flags hung proudly, and radio stations sharing stories of heroes that risked their lives for our nation gives us a warm feeling of pride.
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