I Thought 7-OH Was Legal and Safe. It Was Neither.
Tobias struggled with opioids and alcohol by white-knuckling it. But when they became addicted to 7-OH, they needed help. And they got it at Workit Health.
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How Can Apps Help You Stay Sober?
If you’re on this blog, you probably know that Workit Health offers online treatment for substance use disorders via our app. But most apps don’t include clinicians and medication. So you may be wondering how other apps can help you stay sober. My answer is that you’d be surprised. Not
How to Administer Narcan
In recent years, the opioid crisis has become a significant public health concern, affecting millions of people worldwide. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 50,000 people died from an opioid-involved overdose in 2019. Naloxone, commonly known by the brand name Narcan, is a life-saving medication that
What Are Addiction Triggers?
In recovery, people often refer to avoiding addiction triggers. What are triggers, and why do they matter?
When Anger and Fear Meet: Substance Use by Our Children
When her daughter took a laced vape pen, Venecia had a night of fear. She shares her stories and encouragement for other parents.
Why Doesn’t AA Work for Everyone?
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is not synonymous with recovery. While I wrote about this at length nearly four years ago, my opinion hasn’t changed. If anything, I’ve witnessed more people coming to the same point of view. And here’s why: I’ve run a group called Life After 12-Step Recovery for over
A Signature Drink: An Easy Change That Keeps Your Sobriety Strong
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I Thought 7-OH Was Legal and Safe. It Was Neither.
Tobias struggled with opioids and alcohol by white-knuckling it. But when they became addicted to 7-OH, they needed help. And they got it at Workit
Home’s a Feeling, Not a Place: Randy’s Story of Recovery
Born behind bars and using drugs by 15, Randy found a way to turn his life around. Now he’s in recovery with the support of
I Lost My Sister, Then Nearly Lost Myself
Shawn got his first pill to ease the pain of an injury—and then went through years of addiction and relapse. He doesn’t have to live
Ashley’s Story
Ashley felt trapped and alone in the cycle of addiction, until her son gave her the impetus to find help. Now she’s supported and connected
Eric’s Story
Eric knew Suboxone treatment worked for him, but he faced obstacle after obstacle in getting it. Until he found Workit Health.
Tracey’s Story
Tracey was tired of trying to get sober, and she was tired of feeling judged. With Workit Health, she found the support she needed.
