Addiction
11 articles
Mental Illness as Scapegoat for Gun ViolenceGun violence and mental illness are national problems. Contrary to what some people in both the hearing and Deaf communities believe, mental ill ness does NOT cause gun violence.March 2, 2018
The Leaf: ASL Poem by John Maucere about AddictionSeeking Help for Addiction:In this beautiful and powerful ASL poem, the well-known Deaf actor and comedian John Maucere illustrates his journey of recovery from alcohol and drug addiction.September 25, 2017
ASL Al-Anon Meetings in Middletown, MarylandASL-Interpreted Alanon Meetings in Middletown, Maryland Al-Anon meetings are wonderful support resources for family members, partners, friends and others who know someone with a drinking problem.July 18, 2016
Updated Interpreted 12 Step Meetings in New JerseyUpdated Interpreted 12 Step Meetings in New Jersey For more information, contact Signs of Sobriety, Inc. 100 Scotch Road, Ewing, New Jersey 08628February 25, 2015
Homeless Deaf Man Dealing with AddictionsA Video Portrayal of a Homeless Dealing with Addictions A close-up look into the life of a homeless Deaf man with alcohol and drug addictions.February 19, 2015
NuggetsThe animated video cleverly shows the progression of addiction.December 3, 2014- Deaf Sober Picnic 2012DEAF SOBER PICNIC 2012 Saturday September 8, 2012 Minnehaha Falls 4801 South Minnehaha Minneapolis, Minnesota 55412 Click on the picture to make it bigger.April 9, 2012
- Deaf AA Meetings App: An Idea Waiting to HappenDeaf People Seeking Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings: Whether you are a Deaf person who has been sober for many years or one who is struggling to take steps toward sobriety, you are probably more than…September 1, 2011
- Gallaudet University Library Book Review: The End of OvereatingWatch the video Gallaudet University Library Book Review: An excellent review of the book, "The End of Overeating" by a Deaf librarian, Jim.June 3, 2011
- 12-Step and Support Meetings via WebCamTechnology = Accessibility: Here's a new twist on 12-step meetings. Deaf Off Drugs and Alcohol (DODA) is now offering meetings for Deaf folks via webcam.May 24, 2009
- Deaf Alcoholics Anonymous Group in Frederick, MDNew Deaf Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Group: Many Deaf people find it difficult, if not impossible, to find an accessible Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) group they can attend for support and encouragement…March 10, 2009