NARCONON BLOG

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Narconon Arrowhead: 2024–2025 Year in Review and Community Impact

For nearly three decades, the Narconon network’s flagship drug rehabilitation and international training center, Narconon Arrowhead, on Lake Eufaula in southeastern Oklahoma, has helped individuals overcome addiction. Throughout 2024 and 2025, the center...

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The State of Oklahoma Citation to Narconon Arrowhead

In January 2025, Representative Jim Grego presented Narconon Arrowhead with a citation from the State of Oklahoma, recognizing its work in addiction recovery.

NARCONON REVIEWS

16 Years Sober: David’s Story

Today, I am proud to say I have over 16 years of sobriety. I am happily married to my beautiful wife, and we share a wonderful daughter. My family means everything to me, and I am grateful every day for their unwavering support. My mother, brother, and...

DRUG REHABILITATION

The 5 Most Common Behavior Traits of an Addict

When someone you love is dealing with addiction, the truth can be hard to face. You’re not alone in having a hard time dealing with the personality and behavior changes of the one you love. The list of the most common behaviors below is provided to help...

DRUG INFORMATION

10 Reasons to Stay Away from Weed

1. Marijuana smoke contains carcinogens, 2. Smoking marijuana can cause lung damage, 3. Marijuana use is addictive, 4. Weed can damage ambition and motivation, 5. Marijuana depletes the body’s natural reserves, 6. Marijuana use is hard on your heart...

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From Addiction to Stability: My Path to a Sober Life

At 12, I took my first drink, setting off a downward spiral through addiction, danger, and alienation. But thanks to my family’s persistence and the Narconon program, I turned my life around. Today, I’m sober, happy, and thriving with my family and...

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Narconon Yunlin: 2024 Community Outreach and Addiction Education Activities in Taiwan

Narconon Yunlin, located in west-central Taiwan, around 125 miles south of Taipei, is led by Executive Director Kally Lin and Deputy Executive Director Sheng-Ji Chen, known as Jimmy. Throughout 2024, the center continued to expand its educational outreach,...

DRUG INFORMATION

10 Reasons Fentanyl is Deadly

Fentanyl is now the leading cause of drug-related deaths in the U.S., claiming nearly 80,000 lives annually. Its extreme potency, widespread use in counterfeit pills, and contamination of other drugs make it a threat to every drug user. If someone you...

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Narconon Falco – A Look Back at 2024

Narconon Falco is a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center at Contrada Monti in Altilia, in the Province of Cosenza, Calabria. It sits a few miles into the mountains from the beaches along the Tyrrhenian Sea, among thick woods and farmland.

STATISTICS & TRENDS

Colorado’s Young Adults in Peril Due to High Drug Use

Colorado’s young adults face soaring drug use rates, with over one-third needing treatment. Learn about the alarming statistics and the urgent need for action to safeguard this generation.

NARCONON REVIEWS

From Darkness to Light: My Son’s Journey to Sobriety

Addiction is a storm that shakes the foundations of a family. For three years, my son was caught in the grip of methamphetamine addiction, a struggle that strained relationships and tested our strength as a family.

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Narconon Gave Him Back to Us: A Parent’s Story of Hope

He returned to being the person we knew and loved before the drug use started. He gained confidence in his ability to have power over addiction, make healthy choices, and he had the drive to work towards achieving his goals in life. Our son continues to...

STATISTICS & TRENDS

California Struggles with Increasing Fentanyl-Methamphetamine Overdoses

California faces a surge in overdoses from combined fentanyl and methamphetamine use, marking the “fourth wave of the opioid crisis.” With cartels targeting the state and polydrug abuse on the rise, more than ten thousand lives are lost each year,...

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“Pink Cocaine” Makes Its Way into Texas from Miami, Los Angeles, New York, and Latin America

“Pink cocaine,” a dangerous drug blend containing substances like ketamine and fentanyl, has arrived in Texas after spreading from major U.S. cities and abroad. Learn more about its risks and unpredictable effects.

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Narconon Arrowhead Community Open House

A strong local community plays a vital role in the success of any drug rehabilitation center. At our center, this supportive network includes treatment providers, successful graduates who have achieved lasting sobriety, and friends and family members of...

NARCONON REVIEWS

From Addiction to Achievement: My Journey of Redemption and Success

I went through several state-mandated drug rehab programs before enrolling in the Narconon program. I found Narconon to be far more effective and impactful than the others. At the time, I was at a crossroads: rehab or jail. I chose Narconon.

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From Alaska’s Resilient Roots to Recovery: How Narconon Arrowhead Helped Me Find Life Beyond Addiction

My wins on doing the Narconon program and getting off drugs are that my perceptions changed on why I was doing drugs. I decided for myself that I wanted to live life, be clean, and do what I am supposed to do. I thank God for Narconon─I don’t think...

STATISTICS & TRENDS

Fentanyl Kills Eight Out of Ten Adolescents Dying from Overdoses

Fentanyl, responsible for 81% of adolescent overdose deaths, is often disguised as medications like Xanax or Adderall. Learn how counterfeit pills are putting teens at risk and why awareness is crucial for prevention.

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Oregon Reverses its Position on Drug Legalization As More Synthetic Drugs Pour Into the West Coast

Oregon has reversed its drug decriminalization law after three years, as rising homelessness, overdoses, and the influx of powerful synthetic drugs like fentanyl and xylazine threatened to overwhelm the state. The new law recriminalizes most drugs and...

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Hitting Rock Bottom and Bouncing Back: My Path to Lasting Recovery

The program itself is done on a gradient and every step has value. For me, there was a pot of gold at every point. I have no desire to do drugs or alcohol. My recommendation to anyone else who has a drug addiction is to first of all recognize and confront...