Jesse O'Donoghue

The Ugly Truth Behind All Those Fun Gambling Ads

by Jack O’Donnell A Growing Problem There are numerous studies that show a direct correlation between increased exposure to gambling advertising and problem gambling. In 2021 online sports betting companies spent $725 million on ads, an increase from $292 million a year ago. With 18 new states legalizing sports betting just prior to the NFL … Read more

“I attended 70+ meetings over 2 years on America’s addiction and opioid crisis, not a single question on the biggest killer, alcohol!”

by Jack O’Donnell As the CEO of C4 Recovery Foundation, a non-profit organization, who’s core mission for the past 33 years has been to improve access to quality and ethical treatment services for addiction, behavioral health, and social wellness, I have answered many questions regarding the opioid crisis, which is gripping the country, killing individuals … Read more

Building Treatment Systems in Palestine (w/ Rania & Dr. Fathy Flefel) – C4 Recovery Solutions Podcast Episode 7

Episode 7: Building Treatment Systems in Palestine (w/ Rania & Dr. Fathy Flefel) In this episode, Rania Aljawi talks about a unique holistic treatment program which supports people with substance use disorders in Palestine in the face of relentless political aggression. Joined by Dr Fathy Flefel, the panel talk about how C4’s involvement propelled the … Read more

Police, Treatment, and Community Collaborative (w/Jac Charlier & Leslie Balonick) – C4 Recovery Solutions Podcast Episode 4

Episode 4: Police, Treatment, and Community Collaborative In this episode, Jac Charlier explains the aims of PTACC (Police, Treatment, and Community Collaborative) as we work towards mending the relationship between communities and law enforcement. Joined by Leslie Balonick, the panel discussion highlights PTACC’s successes and the work that still needs to be done.     … Read more