PinnedJamie HairstonQuick Note from JamieHey readers, it has been brought to my attention that some of the hyperlinks in the articles and some of my hyperlinks are not working. I…Feb 171Feb 171
Jamie Hairston3 Pros and 3 Cons of Decriminalizing Substance Abuse: A Balanced PerspectiveSubstance abuse and its criminalization have been topics of intense debate across prison reform conversations. While some argue that…3d ago3d ago
Jamie HairstonEchoes of Betrayal: The Coast Guard’s Crisis of Conscience and CourageIn the hallowed halls of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, a profound crisis has surfaced, revealing a disturbing breach of trust that extends…6d ago6d ago
Jamie HairstonThe Remote Work Revolution: Why I Don’t Think It Is AwfulI wanted to write about this topic because I have decided to hire and allow all my W-2 employees to work remotely. Some things have to be…Jun 5Jun 5
Jamie HairstonFrom Misconceptions to Advocacy: Understanding Harm ReductionDisclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for…Jun 3Jun 3
Jamie HairstonAccess Denied: 4Reasons Why Mississippi Ranks Last in Mental Health ServicesI was researching what I should write about and discovered that Mississippi ranks 50th for access and availability of mental health…May 29May 29
Jamie HairstonHarm Reduction: A Pragmatic Approach to the Overdose EpidemicHarm reduction not only saves lives but also supports community and individual health, making it a crucial component in the fight against…May 27May 27
Jamie HairstonThe Importance and Effectiveness of Harm Reduction: Evidence-Based InsightsHarm reduction is a public health strategy aimed at minimizing the negative consequences associated with various high-risk behaviors…May 23May 23
Jamie HairstonThe Top 5 States with the Worst Substance Abuse ProblemsAccidental injuries, including drug overdoses, are now the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18 to 45. Among these, synthetic…May 21May 21
Jamie HairstonDismissed and Dismissed Again: The Dangerous Reality of Medical GaslightingI have talked about medical gaslighting before, having experienced it on more than one occasion. It can be highly frustrating as a patient…May 20May 20