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More Than 15 Years of Continued Sobriety After Completing the Narconon Program

Hi all, it’s been more than 15 years of being sober this coming July, and I could not be more proud of myself. I’m also full of appreciation. I come from Venezuela, but I did my program in 2004 at Narconon Arrowhead.

HEALTH RISKS

Summer Holds Increased Danger for Drug and Alcohol Users

Summer has arrived, and with it comes sunshine, vacations, barbecues, and social gatherings of all kinds. But for those struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, summer can bring additional threats. While summer is enjoyed by many, the addition of heat...

DRUG INFORMATION

Kratom – Not As Harmless As It’s Made Out To Be

“Kratom is okay because it’s plant-based.” “Kratom is harmless.” “Kratom doesn’t have any bad side effects.” “Kratom doesn’t have withdrawal symptoms.” Those statements are claims made by proponents of kratom. If that’s all you...

DRUG INFORMATION

Xylazine Is Becoming Increasingly Destructive

As if opiates, and fentanyl specifically, weren't enough to battle, the addition of Xylazine to other street drugs is increasing the risk of using these drugs. Xylazine is a sedative used in veterinary medicine. It currently has no approved uses for humans...

NARCONON ARROWHEAD REVIEWS

Overcoming Ups and Downs After Rehab

I just wanted to take a moment to share a major success I had last night! The Ups and Downs in Life course part of the Narconon program provides to tools to determine the positive and difficult people in your life and it was very helpful to me because...

NARCONON ARROWHEAD REVIEWS

I am 36 Years Drug-Free

I was born and raised in a small town in northern California. I had a good life before taking drugs. I first started using drugs when I was 9 or 10 years old. It started with smoking pot. I used drugs up until I was 28 or 29 years old. I had lost everything...

NATIONAL NEWS

Methamphetamine Overdose Deaths on the Rise in Indian Country

Methamphetamine is an addictive drug that causes several harmful effects in users, including addiction, long-term health conditions, and death. While anyone can become hooked on the drug and while meth-related deaths are climbing nationwide, studies show...

NARCONON ARROWHEAD REVIEWS

Sobriety Is the Only Way to Have Any Chance at Life

Ashley’s life went from a normal childhood in Tennessee to battling addiction in her youth. After a previous failed attempt at rehab, Ashley and her mom found Narconon Arrowhead, where she received the tools and help to start a new drug-free life. Ashley...

NARCONON ARROWHEAD REVIEWS

How Good Being Honestly and Truly Sober Feels

I’m 34 years old, was born in Mississippi, and raised on the East Coast of Florida. Before I started drinking heavily, I was in control of my life; I was happy and healthy. Two of my happiest moments back then were the births of my children.

NARCONON ARROWHEAD REVIEWS

Escaping from the Nightmare of Addiction Has Filled Me With Power and Pride

This Narconon Arrowhead graduate sent in a success story, 3 years after graduation to say how well she is doing.

NARCONON ARROWHEAD REVIEWS

A New Chance at Life

Alex reached a turning point when he lost his best friend to alcohol. This made him realize how drinking had cost him dearly – from health issues to strained relationships. Read about his story and how Alex took his life back from alcohol addiction.

NARCONON ARROWHEAD REVIEWS

8 Years Drug-Free and Counting

This is a success story of a meth addict who got clean on the Narconon program and has been drug-free for more than 8 years. He is now married with 2 children and has a great job in the U.S. Army.

NATIONAL NEWS

Recent Police Raids Show Meth Is the Biggest Drug Problem in Oklahoma

A recent drug bust in Oklahoma was so alarming that the event made national headlines and prompted Oklahoma law enforcement to perform a broader investigation into drug seizures in the state.

NATIONAL NEWS

Cherokee Nation Sets the Example for What to Do with Opioid Pharma Settlement Dollars

Upon winning a significant settlement against multiple pharmaceutical opioid manufacturers, the Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma is using its settlement monies to fund the construction of a residential addiction treatment center on the tribe’s reservation.

NARCONON ARROWHEAD REVIEWS

The Beginning of a Brand New Clean Chapter, Filled with Hope, Laughter, Trust, and Celebration.

This a thank you to all my friends, family, and staff at Narconon Arrowhead who never gave up on me when I had.

DRUG PREVENTION

Resources for Disposing of Unused Pharmaceutical Drugs in Oklahoma

Oklahoma has struggled with one of the worst prescription drug addiction epidemics. Given that a growing number of young people are getting their first experience with prescription drugs by finding meds at home, a critical step in ending this public health...

NARCONON ARROWHEAD REVIEWS

From Chaos to Serenity: One Girl’s Journey

Laura enjoyed a pleasant life in San Juan, Puerto Rico, before she was introduced to drugs and alcohol. Memories of sandy afternoons on the beach with her mother and brother, swimming, and building castles kept her balanced. Family was a core foundation...

NATIONAL NEWS

Oklahoma Makes Progress in Holding Opioid Makers and Distributors Accountable

Recently, the Oklahoma State Justice Department succeeded in coming to a settlement with drugmaker Allergan and pharmacy chains CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart. The settlement came out to about $226 million, funds that Oklahoma won from the four corporations...

RECOVERY

Some Ways to Live a Happy Sober Life

Enjoy your sober life by being in the moment, take your time and don’t rush anything, never lose focus on your goals and strive to be happy.

NARCONON ARROWHEAD REVIEWS

I Learned that I Can Be Whatever I Want to Be

I started a new productive life now and I am very proud of it. The biggest achievement I accomplished in my life was this past October 8th, 2022 when I was clean and sober for a year and I’m happy for that. I know that I made the right decision by coming...