Posts Tagged ‘opioid addiction’
Timbaland details what life was like during his opioid addiction
Timbaland felt like a “superhero” when he was addicted to prescription drugs. The 47-year-old producer grew reliant on opioids after he was prescribed them following a dental procedure, and though he…
Read MoreDetroit Recovery Project CEO advocates for Black men’s health, drug-free living
Detroit native Andre L. Johnson is president and chief executive officer of the Detroit Recovery Project, a multi-service nonprofit that provides a wide spectrum of support services to the city’s recovery…
Read MoreFonzworth Bentley urges Black men to address emotional, physical, mental health
Atlanta native Derek Watkins, aka Fonzworth Bentley, is a musician, fashion icon, author, influencer and host. After graduating from Morehouse College, he worked at the Ralph Lauren store in Lenox Square Mall…
Read MoreRev. Charles Adams: Addressing issues is key to peace of mind and well-being
The Rev. Charles Christian Adams served as the presiding pastor at Hartford Memorial Baptist Church for 11 years before becoming a co-pastor of the congregation alongside his father, Dr. Charles…
Read MoreRobert Shakhan: Fight opioid addiction or brace for the worst
Father and community advocate Robert Shakhan is a recovery coach for the Detroit Recovery Project Inc. His passion is bringing healing to people who have experienced trauma or severe life stressors…
Read MoreTexas pastor Brandon Holt tackles opioid addiction head-on
Pastor Brandon Holt, known as “The People’s Preacher”, has a heart for people, especially those who are suffering in silence. At age 17, the bi-racial teen who never felt he fit…
Read MoreHeroin epidemic is brutal punishment for White privilege and implicit bias
In the 1980s and 90s, Blacks were criminalized for their drug use during the so-called War on Drugs. Black families’ health and safety were the collateral damage of what was…
Read MoreSee why NFL players love getting high before kickoff
Laws, policies, and attitudes around marijuana all seem to be changing. President Obama has even reportedly said he believes marijuana to be no more dangerous than alcohol. In June 2015…
Read MorePrince allegedly died of opioid overdose as an American problem comes to light
Another great musician has allegedly died due to a drug overdose. According to information provided by law enforcement officials to AP, Prince died of an opioid overdose. The law enforcement…
Read More5 things you need to know about opioids that could save your life
Opioids are a popular class of drugs used to relieve pain. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, the drugs reduce pain signals that reach the brain and can…
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