Colleen Marlett
Colleen Marlett is a fierce advocate for reform in the recovery rehabilitation sector and is currently fighting for the life of her adult daughter who is suffering from substance use disorder. Colleen is also an advocate for adoption rights, women's gynecological cancer, and health and publicly speaks and writes on these subjects. She resides on the central coast of California.
5 Practical Ways to Deal with Temptations
By Colleen MarlettThe allure of addiction is enticing for the addict, no doubt, as it promises to hold the power of relieving many of life’s anxi... Continue Reading
A Mother’s Letter to Addiction
By Colleen MarlettA brave mother of an addict writes an open letter to her daughter's most vicious enemy. Continue Reading
When dealing with someone you love with a substance use disorder, there are certain things you simply cannot tell a mother of a... Continue Reading
How Tai Chi Helped Me Find My Strength
By Colleen MarlettOne writer shares how Tai Chi played an important role in her own recovery from her loved one's addiction disease. Continue Reading
Prop 64: An Unknown Future for California
By Colleen MarlettDoes California know what it just voted into law? Here's a quick overview of Proposition 64. Continue Reading
3 Reasons You Shouldn’t Feel Guilty for Putting Yourself First
By Colleen MarlettHaving a loved one with substance use disorder shouldn't have to suck the life out of you. Here's why finding the time for your... Continue Reading
5 Things We Forget About Family and Friends of Addicts During the Holidays
By Colleen MarlettThe holidays can look very different from the point of view of a person whose loved one is suffering from substance abuse issue... Continue Reading