Why More Women Are Struggling with Binge Drinking and Alcohol Use Disorder
The Centers for Disease Control reported in Q4 of 2020 that alcohol use was on [...]
When Does Substance Use Turn into Addiction?
The terms “abuse” or, more properly, “misuse” and “addiction” are often used interchangeably, but contrary [...]
Q&A with Holliston High’s Mission Hugs Not Drugs
Recently, the New England Recovery Center received a generous donation from Mission Hugs Not Drugs, [...]
What We Can Learn from John Mulaney’s Relapse
Comedian John Mulaney was admitted into rehab in 2020, having suffered a relapse with alcohol [...]
The Opioid Epidemic’s Next Chapter: Distributors Called to Court
The decades-long opioid epidemic in America has seen many different culprits come into the national [...]
5 Addiction Podcasts to Keep You Company During the Holidays
This holiday season is certain to be a unique one. Normally, we gather around our [...]
Continuing Recovery with Sober Living
Inpatient detoxification and rehabilitation programs provide an excellent foundation for anyone looking to gain the [...]
Four Tips for Turning Attitude to Gratitude This Holiday Season
By Catherine J. Collins, Former Co-Host of Airing Addiction and Business Development Liaison at The [...]
From Alcohol Addiction to Admissions Liaison: Josh Logan’s Story
Some of the biggest allies for clients at the New England Recovery Center (NERC) are [...]
Q&A with Nurse AnnMarie Chimera and the COVID-19 Unit
We always say that addiction doesn’t stop for anything, and that includes the coronavirus pandemic. [...]
Spectrum Celebrates Inaugural Nurse of the Year Awards
2020 has been a whirlwind for all of us, but especially for nurses. In recognition [...]
Is Alcohol Essential Really “Essential”? The Dangers of Self-Detox During COVID-19
With most of the nation sheltering in place for two months now, a new study [...]
Is Now the Right Time to Get Clean and Sober?
Catherine J. Collins, Regional Business Development Liaison, Spectrum Health Systems and the New England Recovery [...]
Nurture Your Soul and Mental Health with Nature
Imagine you’re walking through a path in the woods, surrounded by tall trees full of [...]
One Day at a Time in Unsettled Times: Recovery During Social Distancing
Guest post by Catherine J. Collins, Regional Business Development Liaison at the New England Recovery [...]


















