Conference Focuses on Addiction Recovery and Support

Frank Skinner, after his show was canceled, has launched a new podcast, 'Frank Off the Radio', which is now a hit on Apple’s comedy charts, alongside plans to relaunch his poetry podcast. The Tenth Annual Penn State Addiction Conference will take place on Nov. 11-12, focusing on substance use research and featuring renowned speakers like George Koob from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse. Maria Viency Cardozo's work in Goa highlights the severe impact of alcoholism on families, emphasizing recovery and the disease's devastating effects. Lighthouse Recovery in Dallas, founded by Mike Jones and John Bowden, provides a personalized and shame-free recovery environment, evolving significantly since its inception. Teena Clipston's seminar in Kelowna on Nov. 13 will feature a book launch about personal experiences with addiction, aiming to support families affected by substance use disorders. These stories and events collectively underscore the ongoing challenges and advancements in addressing addiction and recovery.