THE BIG IDEA: 2019

Articles by Jeff McGinnis, Jason Webber, Sonny Forrest, and Athena Cocoves. Photos by Nick Amrhein, taken in the beautiful lobby of Renaissance Toledo, which was graciously provided by the downtown hotel. Progress starts with an idea, but not every idea gives rise to a movement. Passion, hard work, compassion and courage transform an idea into […]
Exercise and Drug Addiction

Eating healthy, exercise, and drug addiction may seem like an odd combination. Recent studies show that exercise could decrease substance abuse and reinforce abstinence, while healthy eating may increase mood and long-term recovery. Exercising while using drugs is not recommended and could be very dangerous due to increased or decreased heart rate, blood pressure, and […]
Oxycodone vs. Heroin: Which Is Worse?

When people compare oxycodone vs. heroin, the question usually sounds simple: which one is worse? But the reality is more complicated—and more important. One is prescribed by doctors. The other is bought on the street. That difference shapes how we talk about them, how we judge them, and often… how long someone waits before getting […]
Stigma of Addiction

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”The Stigma of Addiction” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]The stigma of addiction is keeping people from asking for help. Stigma is a “mark of disgrace,” it is discrimination against someone for being different than the rest, it is a negative judgment. I’m not sure when being different from everyone else became a bad thing, or why we […]
Am I an Addict?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”Am I an addict or am I experimenting? There is a fine line between trying and abusing.” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]So how does good, clean, experimenting become an addiction? Many people don’t even realize they’ve crossed the line between trying and abusing drugs and alcohol. The chances are if you have to ask yourself “am I an […]
Toledo celebrates 20 leaders under 40

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Midwest Recovery Center holds open house

The center specializes in mental health substance abuse disorders, aftercare and much more. Read more.
GALLERY: New detox center opens in Maumee’s Arrowhead Park

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New recovery center opens in Lucas County to help addicts

There’s a new place in Lucas County for addicts to not only get clean, but stay clean. Read More.
Mud Hens join in the fight against the heroin epidemic

Team Recovery has formed a partnership with the Toledo Mud Hens to strike out the heroin epidemic that has spread throughout the area. Read More.

















