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April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Through prevention and education efforts we have seen alcohol use continue to decline over the past few years. The reason? Some experts attribute the drop to a renewed focus on wellness and others note that vaping and marijuana use may have become a substitute for alcohol.

Recovery is, at its core, an act of profound self-love. Every day you choose sobriety, you're choosing yourself. You're saying, "I deserve better, I am worthy of care, and I am enough."

Substance use disorder is a complex and devastating disease that affects not just the individual struggling with substance use, but their entire family and social circle. When a loved one struggles with substance use disorder, it can feel like your whole world has been turned upside down.

As we head into 2026, families across the country are grappling with a hidden crisis that's increasingly affecting our youngest generations. While gambling was once considered an adult concern, the landscape has dramatically shifted.

For the past several years, graduates of Herren Wellness have been returning to the halls of Hingham High School with a powerful mission: to share their personal journeys through substance use and recovery.

Every September, communities across the United States come together to observe National Recovery Month, a time dedicated to celebrating hope, healing, and the remarkable resilience of the human spirit.

With changing legislation and increasing social acceptance, marijuana use has become more widespread across the United States.

Navigating the teenage years can be challenging for both parents and adolescents. Among the many concerns parents face, substance use often tops the list.

National Recovery Month is celebrated every September to honor those in recovery from substance use and mental health disorders. Started in 1989, the main goal of Recovery Month is to spread awareness and bring hope that recovery is possible with the right treatment, support, and resources. 2024 Theme “The Art

In recent years, the opioid crisis has plagued communities across the globe. Among the many substances contributing to this epidemic, one stands out as particularly lethal: fentanyl. This synthetic opioid, originally developed for medical purposes, has found its way into the illicit drug market, leading to a staggering rise in overdose deaths and having