Addiction

Marie Riley, a recovering alcoholic, receives congratulations and a cupcake after graduating from Juneau’s Therapeutic Court on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

‘Not going back’: Longtime alcoholic wows others with turnaround

She went from angry to inspirational.

 

Opinion: A new way to live

Opinion: A new way to live

Editor’s Note: The Empire is publishing a weekly column from members of Juneau’s recovery community, in coordination with Great Bear Recovery Collective, to highlight September… Continue reading

 

Opinion: Recovery is possible

Opinion: Recovery is possible

When we talk about the behavioral health challenges facing our state – whether it’s alcohol addition, opioids or suicide – most of us think of… Continue reading

 

Opinion: My journey from high school dropout to thriving in long-term recovery

Opinion: My journey from high school dropout to thriving in long-term recovery

“Unresponsive.” I can still see that word vibrating on my iPhone.

Opinion: My journey from high school dropout to thriving in long-term recovery
Opinion: Tackle tobacco this Recovery Month

Opinion: Tackle tobacco this Recovery Month

September is Recovery Month.

Opinion: Tackle tobacco this Recovery Month
Opinion: Recovery is a path, but not an easy one

Opinion: Recovery is a path, but not an easy one

A lot has changed in regards to the way we talk about addiction within our society.

Opinion: Recovery is a path, but not an easy one