Recovery in the News

Phoenix Awards honor recovery
Ingrid Stegemoeller. The Olympian, June 8, 2006

GOP heavyweights back Pat K as some call for resignation
Dave Wedge, Boston Herald, June 8, 2006

Survey backs drug treatment: Most respondents view programs as prison alternative for addicts
Lynn Anderson, The Baltimore Sun, June 4, 2006

The crystal meth myth: Media’s methamphetamine fixation feeds users’ glorification of the drug, says a former addict
Patrick Moore, The Los Angeles Times, June 12, 2006

PORTLAND: Oregon child abuse climbs after cuts to substance abuse programs
The News Tribune, June 8, 2006

Kennedy Finds Recovery Sponsor in Ramstad
Bree Hocking, Roll Call, June 6, 2006

The Road to Recovery: Nonprofit to support drug, DUI, mental health treatment services, fill gaps in court program
Nikki Young,The Gainesville Times, May 28, 2006

Women break meth’s grip
Katie McDevitt, East Valley/Scottsdale Tribune, May 28, 2006

Groups Fight Rule on Aid to Students; Drug convictions disqualify applicants from getting federal funds. Foes say the law is unfair.
Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, May 15, 2006

FAVOR Unveils Strategy for Recovery ‘Messaging’
Bob Curley, Join Together, May 19, 2006

Religion: A bright light for addicts? For many, church offers community and support
Jonathan Jones, Inside Bay Area.com, May 20, 2006

Taft backs treating, not jailing, drug users
Alan Johnson, The Columbia Dispatch , May 16, 2006

Ontario’s health minister hopes his story will help others battling drug use
John Miner, London Free Press , May 13, 2006

Recovering addict shares his story
Darren Duarte, Wethersfield-WTNH, May 10, 2006

Health minister admits drug use
Robin Harvey, Toronto Star , May 12, 2006

Doctoral graduate overcomes addiction, earns Governor’s Award for Volunteers
University of Kentucky, College of Education

Patrick Kennedy deserves compassion
Recovery Times-Dispatch, May 11, 2006

Confronting Addiction: What Others Say
The Enquirer, May 10 , 2006

CU-Boulder Announces Creation Of New Student Recovery Center
University of Colorado, Boulder, May 9, 2006

The time is now to pass Timothy’s Law
Jean Anne Cipolla, The Journal News, April 30, 2006

Advocates push legislation for addiction-recovery services: The effort comes as Governor Carcieri has proposed cutting $1.3 million from state spending on detoxification and psychiatric services.
Elizabeth Gudrais, Journal State House Bureau, April 26, 2006

Iowan testifies in Congress about meth
The Des Moines Register, April 25, 2006

Derry substance abuse program aimed at Native Americans
Elise Castelli, Union Leader, April 21, 2006

‘Clean time’ resurrects lives: Service to others
Gary Soulsman, Delaware Online- The News Journal, April 16, 2006

Just Check No? A lie college students might want to tell.
Ryan Grim, Slate Magazine, April 13, 2006

Addict Races For Recovery: Man Finds Worth In Messenger Role
The Boston Channel, April 12, 2006

Rolling Toward Recovery
Natalie Fieleke, News Tribune, April 11, 2006

Retired Lawyer Helps Others With Addiction and Mental Health
Douglas S. Malan, The Connecticut Law Tribune, April 6, 2006

Scientist probes teen brains for addiction clues: U.S. anti-drug chief says daring kids to keep off drugs may backfire
Associated Press, April 3, 2006

Mother, Young Son Reunited After Beating Meth Addiction
Tim Gordon, KOIN News 6, April, 2006

Helping Others While Helping Themselves
Kathryn Alfisi, Washington Lawyer, March 2006

Treat addiction as the disease it is
Dr. Robert B. ladeluca, Fauquier News Democrat, March 14, 2006

Specialized Care for Expectant Mothers on Methadone
Join Together, March 13, 2006

A Positive Prison Experience: Inmate Offers Herself as Proof of Md. Program’s Effectiveness
Amit R. Paley, Washington Post, March 8, 2006

Drug conviction may not prevent aid for students: Changes could mean chance to start fresh.
Marsha Sills, The Daily Advertiser, March 7, 2006

Mother, Young Son Reunited After Beating Meth Addiction
Tim Gordon, KOIN News 6, March 7, 2006

Fighting drugs a difficult battle for Kenai Peninsula, elsewhere
Hal Spence, Kenai Peninsula Online, March 6, 2006

Former meth user breaks free from 14-year addiction
Adam Kress, The Phoenix Business Journal, March 3, 2006

Drug addiction headlines chamber lunch
Matthew Keough, Medford Transcript, March 2, 2006

Finding non-drinking buddies online; Many Web sites and networks are there to support sobriety at any time, any place.
Emilie van Outeren, Medford Transcript, February 26, 2006

Parents Call For Tax Hike on Alcohol: $10M proceeds would expand treatment for addicts in N.J.
Jonathan Tamari, Asbury Park Press, February 23, 2006

Mothers say a nickel can fight addiction: Parent group rallies at Statehouse seeking an alcohol tax dedicated to drug treatment
Carol Ann Campbell, The Star Ledger, February 23, 2006

Helping addicts rebuild lives
Tammie Smith, Richmond Times-Dispatch, December 5, 2005

On 48th Try at Rehabilitation, an Alcoholic and Addict Finally Meets With Success
Anthony Ramirez, The New York Times , November 25, 2005

Businessman’s goal is to lead addicts to recovery
Devorah Ben-David, Richmond Times-Dispatch , November 28, 2005

A Refuge for Recovery
Stephan Chupaska, Shore Publishing, November 25, 2005

Addicts perform addiction play
Ricardo Kaulessar, Hudson Reporter, November, 12, 2005

Fundraising Begins For Women’s Home
Kevin Koelling, The Perry County News, November 15, 2005

Quitting Meth Pays Off
Charles Ornstein, Los Angeles Times, November 14, 2005

Mainers celebrate the ‘fix’ of hope
Debbie Dettor, Bangor Daily News, November 10, 2005

Meth Comes Out of the Closet
John-Manuel Andriote,The Washington Post, November 8, 2005

Group gives human face to stigma of addiction
Sula Pettibon, The Herald, November 1, 2005

His goal for life is to boot addiction
Scott Pitoniak, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, October 28, 2005

Experts caution against rush to judgment on meth
Elizabeth Stawicki, Minnesota Public Radio, October 28, 2005

California Guardsman Who Overcame Adversity Dies in Iraq
Rone Tempest, Los Angeles Times, October 25, 2005

Field Asks Congress to Include Addiction Services in Disaster Response
www.jointogether.org, October 24, 2005

A Last Chance For Teen Girls
Michele McPhee, Boston Herald, October 23, 2005

Grant to Help Baltimore Addicts’ Recovery
Associated Press, Washington Post, October 13, 2005

Real Recovery in My Backyard
By Brian Patrick, Challenger NKY, October 16, 2005

State planning ‘Recovery Kentucky’ centers throughout Kentucky
By Joe Biesk, Lexington Herald-Leader, October 09, 2005

Addicts’ own stories confirm neuroscience
By Rita Rubin, USA TODAY, October 9, 2005

Addicts gather to march
By Gary Remal, Blethen Maine Newspapers Inc., September 26, 2005

Community Members Gather To Support Addiction Recovery
By Taylor Reed, Caledonian Record, September 23, 2005

National Abuse Recovery Month Underway; Local efforts are made to raise awareness.
By Christopher M. Staten, Connections Newspapers September 22, 2005

Recovery walk offers support for addicts
Bangor Daily News, September 22, 2005

Mass. groups support ex-addicts; Marchers descend on State House in support of recovering drug users
By Jessica Arriens, The Daily Free Press, September 21, 2005

Kitty Dukakis knocks detox cutbacks at `Recovery Day’ celebration
By Laura Crimaldi/Common Disgrace, Boston Herald, September 21, 2005

Fewer alcoholics are seeking treatment
By Kevin W. McCullough, Los Angeles Times, September 19, 2005

Walk Participants Gather To Show Others There’s Hope
By FRANCES GRANDY TAYLOR, Courant, September 19, 2005

High cost of drug sentences in Maryland
By Dan Rodricks, The Baltimore Sun, September 15, 2005

Explain past addiction candidly but briefly
By Nick Corcodilos, The Seattle Times Company, August 14, 2005

Don’t despair: There’s a way to rid yourself of addiction
By MARK HOLMBERG, Times Dispatch, July 31, 2005

Concerts, comedy and recovery: Joe Buck’s Freedom Festival celebrates sober living
By Luanne J. Hunt, San Bernardino County Sun Los Angeles Newspaper Group, July 14, 2005

Woman draws on experience to carry message of recovery
By DAVID HENCH, Blethen Maine Newspapers Inc., July 05, 2005

King County Jail inmates may get methadone
By Ari Bloomekatz, The Seattle Times Company, July 07, 2005

AIDS Crisis Brings Radical Change In Iran’s Response to Heroin Use
By Karl Vick, The Washington Post Company, July 5, 2005

Confusing laws allow abuse and inequality
By Jason Riley and Kay Stewart, The Courier-Journal, May 15, 2005

Safe haven; A former roadie comes home to help recovering drug abusers come clean
By DENISE M. BONILLA, NASSAU AND SUFFOLK EDITION, June 26, 2005

Helping Inmates Kick Drugs (and the Prison Habit)
By Kate Zernike, Sunday’s NYTimes, June 26, 2005

Recovering Addicts Work for Acceptance
By Merlene Davis, Lexington Herald-Leader and wire service sources, June 21, 2005

The Fight Against Substance Abuse
By Michael H. Michaud, Magic City Morning Star, June 17, 2005

Sylvania: Half-Ironman event honors those who fight addiction
By Toledo Blade, June 9, 2005

Group wants automatic restoration of voting rights
By Terez Paylor, Lexington Herald-Leader, June 7, 2005

Inmate’s letter helped pass law
By Rubén Rosario, St. Paul Pioneer Press, June 6, 2005

Faith & Values: Recovery Church
By Delma J. Francis, Star Tribune, June 4, 2005

New location sought for rehab center
By Peggy Kreimer, The Cincinnati Post, May 26, 2005

Drug facility plan splits neighbors
The Cincinnati Post, May 23, 2005

Chemical Independence Day offers freedom from addiction; City event gives addicts avenues for treatment
By Lynn Anderson, The Baltimore Sun, May 18, 2005

Drug, alcohol addicts use art to help recover
Josh Swartzlander, Lincoln Journal Star, May 16, 2005

Confusing laws allow abuse and inequality, Filing errors also leave some sealed cases open
By Jason Riley and Kay Stewart, The Courier-Journal, May 15, 2005

Sober Housing for Recovering Students: New Recovery Dorms Help
Support Sobriety for Student Substance Abusers
ABC News, May 15, 2005

Victims’ relatives rally for more state drug rehab funds
By Steve Twedt, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, May 11, 2005

DiGirolamo and families seek more funding for drug and alcohol treatment
Capitol News, May 10, 2005

Mother’s Day has a different meaning for moms in recovery
By Emily Fancher, Inside Bay Area, May 6, 2005

Group to form recovery center in Oneonta
Mark Boshnack, The Daily Star, April 30, 2005

Heroin Addicts Clamor for Scarce Medicine
Michael Rubinkam, The Associated Press, April 28, 2005

Restrictions mute drug’s promise
Alec MacGillis, Baltimore Sun, April 24, 2005

Notes on Motherhood Grand Prize Winner
Sharon, April 15, 2005

Lexmark donates land to shelter
Jennifer Hewlett, Lexington Herald-Leader, April 14, 2005

Ex-offenders lobby for drug treatment money
Mike Ward, Austin American-Statesman, March 29, 2005

Try this on for size
Editorial, NewsofDelaware.com, February 16, 2005

For former Addicts, a place to call home
Lynn Anderson, Baltimore Sun, January 17, 2005

Alice’s House eases recovery, return to life
Diane Kubiak, Post-trib.com, January, 5, 2005

Healing while stealing
Courier-Journal.com, January 5, 2005

For recovering addicts, a holiday hurdle
Alexandra Marks, Christian Science Monitor, December 30, 2004

New year, new laws: One hurdle gone for drug felons
Clea Benson, Bee Capitol Bureau, December 29, 2004

Pill Helps Addicts, but Not Here; No Doctors in Spokane Prescribing Drug Suboxone
Carla K. Johnson, RedNOVA, December 22, 2004

Quitting Wasn’t His Last Call
Steve Springer, Los Angeles Times, December 20, 2004

Couple use past to help others
Patty Allen-Jones, HeraldTribune.com, December 12, 2004

Get help for chemically dependent parents
Henry L. Govert, Seattlepi.com, December 14, 2004

Kentucky to expand efforts to help substance abusers
Deborah Yetter, Courier-Journal.com, Decebmer 11, 2004

The Red Road to Recovery
Angela Kennecke, Keloland.com, October 11, 2004

Oregon Addiction Forum Reveals Need for Treatment
Join Together.com, September 29, 2004

Recovering addicts fight stigma
Scott Sloan, Lexington Herald-Leader, September 5, 2004

Ex-addicts get on track
Erica Molina, El Paso Times, August 4, 2004

Companies Must Break ‘Conspiracy of Silence’ on Addiction
Join Together, July 15, 2004

Double punishment; Fight drug abuse? Sure. At the expense of a college degree?
Akron Beacon Journal (Ohio), June 7, 2004