“God, grant me… serenity.” If you’ve been around 12 step meetings for any length of time, chances are you’ve heard the words of the serenity prayer. When we’re caught in the middle of life’s most stressful moments—when things don’t go the way we plan—when everything seems against us; in those trying times, we need more … Read More
Well spring is here once again and it’s time to do some spring cleaning. Admittedly, this isn’t intended to be a Martha Stewart style guide to a clean house, but rather some tips for internal spring cleaning—a little refreshing of the soul. We all know that addiction doesn’t magically vanish in a matter of days. … Read More
On February 21, 2014, Duffy’s became a Premier Organizational Member of NAADAC, a national organization that provides education, clinical training and certification for addiction professionals. This certification helps Duffy’s stay on the cutting edge of the addiction profession and ensures that the clinical care offered at Duffy’s is rated among the best in the world. Clinical … Read More
Jamie Lee Curtis is one of the most inspirational and beloved faces among our recovery community. When other celebrities guild headlines with stories of relapse and rehab, Jamie Lee Curtis’ bold advocacy and successful career is a testament to the power of recovery. Recovery Insight Jamie has spoken and written about addiction and recovery on … Read More
Yesterday, the FDA has approved a drug called Evzio, a nasal spray version of Narcan, an antidote for heroin overdose. Narcan, also known by its generic name naloxone, is part of a growing public health campaign to reduce deaths from heroin and opioid overdose. With the recent tragic deaths of beloved celebrity stars such as Cory Monteith and Philip Seymour … Read More
April is National Alcohol Awareness Month, a national effort sponsored by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence to raise awareness about alcohol-related problems and recovery. This year’s theme is “Help for today, hope for tomorrow,” with an emphasis on underage drinking and its effects on young people and their families. The destructive power of alcoholism … Read More
We’re only a few days away from the March 31 insurance marketplace open-enrollment deadline. And if you’re doing some last-minute shopping on Covered California and want substance abuse treatment, you might be asking: Q: What insurance plan should I sign up for through the marketplace to get coverage for treatment at Duffy’s? A: Any PPO plan or … Read More
Apparently being drunk isn’t enough, now people are drinking on roofs, out of toilets, in the bathtub, in grocery stores, while snowboarding. They’re drinking live fish, dead mice, insects, motor oil—and of course, large quantities of alcohol. Whatever creative way they can come up with, it’s all captured in a short video to be spread … Read More
I was in the Navy for four years and then began my bachelor’s degree in drinking. I say that because my real education came from an old bartender. He began teaching me his trade having been in that business for over 40 years. I was one of the best students. I worked high volume bars and … Read More
What is the legacy behind Go Ask Alice? I went to meet one of my friends the other day for coffee down at Fourbarrel (on Valencia). After I ordered a lovely 12 oz. Guatemalan pour over (it really is as good as everyone says), I took a seat across from Liv. She barely noticed me, staring intently … Read More
