Answering Your Questions About PrEP for HIV
With modern technology and science, it’s now possible to get PrEP for HIV via telemedicine. Here are answers to many of your questions about getting
Olivia Pennelle
Olivia Pennelle (Liv) has a masters in clinical social work from Portland State University. She is a mental health therapist, writer, and human activist. Her writing has appeared in STAT News, Insider, Filter Magazine, Ravishly, The Temper, and Shondaland. She is the founder of Liv’s Recovery Kitchen, Life After 12-Step Recovery, and Tera Collaborations. She lives near Portland, Oregon. Follow her on Instagram @Livwritesrecovery and @teracollaborations
Queering Recovery
It’s time to open our minds to recovery options beyond the traditional 12 steps and rehab! Usually when people think about recovery, they think about
Interview with Shauntelle Hammonds: The Meaning Behind Pride
Pride is more than just a party. As each June rolls around, folx take this opportunity to celebrate being queer. However, often overlooked are the
A Brief History of the LGBTQIA+ Movement
Key Historical Facts of the LGBTQIA+ Movement Perhaps one of the most epic social movements of our time, the LGBTQIA+ rights movement has demonstrated the
How to Create a Recovery Routine
My life in recovery, even in those first few weeks, was very different to life using substances. Before recovery, my life consisted of surviving the
Telemedicine Key Terms
We recently wrote a comprehensive guide about telemedicine, Everything to Know About Telemedicine Addiction Treatment, and realized that many folks may not be familiar with
Can You Drink on Naltrexone?
Did you know that there is a medication that can be used to treat alcohol addiction, enabling you to cut down, stop, or moderate drinking?
How Effective Is Telemedicine for Addiction Treatment?
Telemedicine for addiction treatment is the use of digital therapies for substance use disorder. Each of these programs vary in terms of recovery goals, support
Opioids & the Brain: All You Need To Know
This is Your Brain on Opioids This four-part series explores how opioids affect the brain, in terms of reward and pleasure, neuropathways, and how to
Signs of Alcoholism
Many of you may be aware of the term “alcoholism.” But how familiar are you with its signs and symptoms? There’s a common misconception that
How Telemedicine for Addiction Treatment Works
Telemedicine for addiction treatment is a relatively new and innovative approach to the treatment of substance use disorders. Think: digital rehab in the comfort of
Cali Sober: What Does It Mean & How Does It Impact Your Recovery
You may have seen singer Demi Lovato in the headlines recently after an interview with CBS Sunday Morning. In this interview Demi Lovato candidly referred
Best Sobriety Apps for iOS
Recovery from alcohol use disorder takes a lot of strength and courage, but it also requires access to resources and support. It is especially important
Are You Struggling with Drinking While Working From Home?
Are You Struggling with Drinking While Working From Home? Olivia Pennelle compiled information to help people that may be struggling with increased alcohol use.
Mental Health and Recovery Resources for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC)
Despite these disparities, mental health resources are not always centered towards people of color and their needs. In honor of Black History Month, we are highlighting specific BIPOC resources that provide mental health support, as well as calling attention to some of the healthcare disparities that people of color face.
The Best Online Recovery Meetings To Keep You Sober At Home
When we are thinking of recovery meetings, we often conjure up an image of a church basement, a circle of chairs, pots of strong black
