A community of journalists in recovery from alcohol and/or substances designed to support and educate others. journalistsrecoverynetwork@gmail.com. https://t.co/Eqkc25Oh5Khttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3ltp7nwzfm22sSo proud of this great piece by our friend and advisory board member @lucas-matt-marsh.bsky.social: https://www.thestar.com/opinion/contributors/i-used-to-self-medicate-with-alcohol-photography-helped-me-find-a-way-through/article_1f853960-7548-4902-9fc3-280afc21682c.html11 Jul 2025 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltp7nwzfm22shttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lrg4jhjlhc2fThe danger is real—seek help if you need it. We're here for journalists who need resources or another person in the field to talk to. https://www.axios.com/2025/06/12/alcohol-related-liver-deaths-double?utm_campaign=KHN%3A%20Daily%20Health%20Policy%20Report&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8y_hYyb8oIfZhoqry_YoP2tp4pZ7oSKeaHHI4IBUvZc5YL-rAwto5zNX06caERHf8g7G4m2bDwPu3_jb9juho0mXwFiYzPU7O0oGShIHjp4XSpZwc&_hsmi=366396350&utm_content=366396350&utm_source=hs_email12 Jun 2025 14:19 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lrg4jhjlhc2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lp57vnhlqc2yA look at the impact of the Trump administration's cuts to mental health and addiction programs from @kffhealthnews.org. https://kffhealthnews.org/news/article/addiction-recovery-mental-health-funding-cuts-covid-hhs-trump/14 May 2025 14:35 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lp57vnhlqc2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lmibc67y2s2fJRN is celebrating its first birthday with its first-ever community discussion on April 30—an opportunity for people interested in our mission to give us feedback on the services and support they'd like us to provide. Info is below and we look forward to a rewarding discussion.10 Apr 2025 19:44 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lmibc67y2s2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3llrg23juyc2bApril is Alcohol Awareness Month - a time to raise awareness of alcohol use & misuse. Find helpful resources on alcohol use & misuse prevention, treatment & recovery support services that you & your community can use to support those who may be struggling: https://www.samhsa.gov/substance-use/learn/alcohol01 Apr 2025 17:38 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3llrg23juyc2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lko3apefzc2eOur very own advisory committee member Megan Luther was featured on Angela Kennecke's Grieving Out Loud podcast discussing her journey with sobriety in the industry. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grieving-out-loud-a-mother-coping-with-loss-in/id145958787518 Mar 2025 16:21 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lko3apefzc2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lhvu5wo3yk2eCould Ozempic be a treatment for alcohol abuse disorder? HT @nbcnews.com: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/ozempic-alcohol-addiction-latest-science-shows-rcna191015?utm_campaign=KHN%3A%20Daily%20Health%20Policy%20Report&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_LkFtZYRw077-WoZf5edcMeqEF_JrDEgkAyaDjzUOsEunlmAuHiJa2pZng5Xj6pgcoRxDE8-uKod6BW2ZUxmUgxEm3xjhvXL-Vh8K0Lau2_xi0mO8&_hsmi=346772560&utm_content=346772560&utm_source=hs_email11 Feb 2025 14:20 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lhvu5wo3yk2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lgt35sr7z226Join the Reporting on Addiction team and experts to learn about covering Dry January. Dry January presents an opportunity to inform your audience about alcohol in a way that increases awareness of risky drinking, alcohol use disorder, and addiction treatment. Register: bit.ly/dry-jan-webinar28 Jan 2025 18:22 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lgt35sr7z226https://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lfxk5vwqy22cAn interesting read from @oregonian.com: https://www.oregonlive.com/wine/2025/01/personal-injury-powerhouse-parker-waichman-goes-after-alcohol-industry-over-cancer.html17 Jan 2025 19:36 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lfxk5vwqy22chttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lfcw32dxo227Sharing this thoughtful piece by @nytimes.com columnist @charlesmblow.bsky.social on the harmful stereotypes about non-drinkers. "I don’t think everyone realizes what an othering experience it is to be treated like a freak because you have made a healthy choice." https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/08/opinion/alcohol-drinking-dry-january.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare09 Jan 2025 14:43 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lfcw32dxo227https://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lf5vgzmn2s27Drink less and prosper - a @nytwirecutter.bsky.social guide to the growing non-alcoholic beverage options and general tips on dialing back alcohol consumption. #sobersky #recovery https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/wirecutter-show-podcast-20250101-drink-less-and-prosper/?smid=bsky-nytimes07 Jan 2025 14:49 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lf5vgzmn2s27https://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lf3g3mgvsc2uJanuary is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month and as the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration reminds us, "recovery is possible." Start your new year by reaching out for help. #sobersky #recovery06 Jan 2025 15:09 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lf3g3mgvsc2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lercqwypbk2uAs breezy stories about #dryjanuary start rolling in, some straight talk from @nytimes.com: "Health authorities all over the world have been encouraging people to drink less, quit drinking altogether or aim for two to three alcohol-free days each week." https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/01/health/alcohol-dietary-guidelines.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare02 Jan 2025 14:43 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lercqwypbk2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lcxjketayk2p#Addiction can have deadly consequences—we're here to help. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/22/health/alcohol-deaths-americans.html10 Dec 2024 15:10 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lcxjketayk2phttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lckyc6ubkc26We are here to help.05 Dec 2024 15:29 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lckyc6ubkc26https://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lcdff53g5k26"There is hope. There is recovery. There is relief." An essay from @bryanwesttv.bsky.social about his journey to sobriety. www.bryanwesttv.com/my-story #sobersky #recovery https://www.bryanwesttv.com/my-story02 Dec 2024 15:02 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lcdff53g5k26https://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lbqhgv7ack26Sharing this moving and thoughtful essay from @adrianpbryant.bsky.social. And huge congrats on 1000 days! [contains quote post or other embedded content]25 Nov 2024 02:18 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lbqhgv7ack26https://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lbfun5et5k2yAs we all look for ways to build community in the wake of the election, one easy thing you can do is thank a journalist, whose work has never been more difficult. JRN aims to support the people who do this vital work but who may be struggling with substance misuse. #journalism #sobersky #recovery20 Nov 2024 21:15 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lbfun5et5k2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lbalm6odx22tFor journalists who may be struggling with substance misuse during this incredibly stressful time, we offer a wealth of information as well as volunteers you can reach out to. You're not alone. #journalism #sobersky #recovery18 Nov 2024 18:50 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lbalm6odx22thttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3lb3rt2flts2rWe're a new group focused on providing support and self-care for journalists who may be struggling with substance abuse. It's never been more stressful and emotionally challenging to work in journalism and we're here to help. #sobersky #journalism16 Nov 2024 20:58 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3lb3rt2flts2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3laytipenok2rWe're grateful for all the new followers! Sharing this piece from the Poynter Center on how we got started: https://www.poynter.org/business-work/2024/journalists-recovery-network-was-built-to-let-people-know-that-they-arent-alone/. #sober #recover #soberposse15 Nov 2024 16:50 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3laytipenok2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/journalistsrn.bsky.social/post/3law3l2ynn42nWe're new here - the Journalists Recovery Network is a recently founded group looking to create a virtual community aimed at helping journalists struggling with substance abuse to find access to peer-to-peer support. Please join us as we build a safe space that is more important now than ever.14 Nov 2024 14:36 +0000at://did:plc:dsyeg52bg2ifmud4khlfpr5i/app.bsky.feed.post/3law3l2ynn42n