Addiction

Remembering Rabbi Dr. Avraham J. Twerski: on his first yahrzeit

I once asked him if he had any regrets and he smiled “Not at all. I only wish I had had more strength to do what needed to be done.”

Purdue Pharma has admitted blocking US government efforts to combat opioid addiction crisis.

Are we truly addicted to technology? And what about our kids? It's a scary question, and a big one for scientists right now

The word "addiction" may be attracting controversy, but you don't need a doctor's pronouncement to work on putting the devices down.

A conference discussing drug, alcohol and internet addiction within the Jewish community will take place in NY in December.

How do you begin to approach a subject that is sensitive?

Over 20 Orthodox Jews died from overdoses since Rosh Hashana - showing no community is immune, and mobilizing groups to fight the scourge.

Addictions often start in the home. Kids crush and snort pills for a quick high . Heroin is an Opiod, addictive and dangerous.

Addicts must learn to empathize with themselves and their pain and hold onto drive and motivation to get free from addiction.

What can be done to prevent addiction?What can we do to protect our children from falling into this deadly trap?

At-risk teens are unhappy and unproductive. Many turn to drugs and alcohol and reject Torah values. Parent with a plan.Express your love.

Exposing and encouraging youngsters to a lifestyle that lauds the use of alcohol may leave lifelong implications.

It is important for parents to be knowledgeable about drugs.The problem won't go away on its own. Get help! Get Support!

How a simple talk can stop your child falling prey to addiction, sexual abuse.