Dwayne Johnson surprises in a stripped-down, affecting performance as MMA legend Mark Kerr in Benny Safdie’s Smashing Machine. The film deglamorizes the sport, digs into addiction and relationships, and finds real stakes far beyond the cage.
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Breaking the stigma of opioid overdose
The stigma surrounding opioid addiction and overdoses in Hennepin County is rooted in misconceptions and can hinder recovery efforts, but a more compassionate approach can empower those in need to seek help without fear and reduce harm.
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Tips for supporting a loved one with addiction
Supporting a loved one with addiction is challenging, but it’s crucial to offer love and support while maintaining boundaries and avoiding accusatory language, and to recognize that addiction is a chronic, relapsing brain disorder.
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Handling triggers and relapse during opioid use recovery
Relapse is a common experience for people in recovery from opioid use disorder, and triggers such as stress, isolation, and chronic pain can contribute to relapse, but with the right support and resources, it is possible to navigate triggers and prevent relapse.
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New author finds joy sharing her story
Twyla Martin held a book launch for her memoir “The Power of a Transformed Woman: Turning My Trauma into Triumph” which included a panel discussion on trauma and recovery, and she credits the recovery community for her healing process.
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Harm reduction and drug use in Black communities
Experts discussed solutions to the opioid epidemic at a recent town hall hosted by HueMan Partnership.