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Grace Ogren

Writer, speaker, clinical research specialist.

I work as a clinical research specialist, speaker, and writer at Recovery.com, writing articles that educate and inform, and the occasional novel or short story.

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My Experience

I've written articles on a variety of topics with different goals for each piece. Now, I write and research in the addiction and mental health field, helping people make an informed decision about their treatment and advance research. I create brand messaging and contribute to marketing efforts through long and short-form copy. 

I've also worked with different clients to craft articles with their keywords, goals, and SEO optimization in mind. I have over one hundred 5-star ratings from these clients. 

About Me

Experienced in writing in the mental health, addiction, and recovery fields, I aim to bring engagement and interest to every piece I write. I join podcasts as a guest with lived experience and contribute to media and news.

As a researcher I help develop and write studies, proposals, and papers. I'm honored to co-present at behavioral health conferences, adding to conversations with my lived experiences.

Outside work, I enjoy writing YA fiction, reading Stephen King, and painting Starry Night in colors it's not supposed to be.

My Creative Work

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My Portfolio

Below are pieces of my published work. I contribute to web/brand copy across Recovery.com.

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What Causes Depression? 8 Common Causes That Demystify Depression

Why is this happening to me? Many people with depression ask themselves this question—repeatedly. So, is there a cause? And if you find it, can you pluck it like a weed and get better? Though healing isn’t often that simple, depression does have a cause and it is treatable. And it’s okay if you can’t identify a cause for your depression, too. Treatment can be just as effective for people who know exactly why they’re depressed and the ones who have no idea. The causes of depression will vary widely...
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How Traumatic Invalidation Leads to Personality Disorders

Invalidation takes many forms, from obvious “I don’t believe you”s to more subtle reactions, like not listening or telling you how your experience should feel. When someone doesn’t accept or believe your experiences and emotions, it invalidates them and can lead to numerous psychological effects, including personality disorders.Invalidation that extends over a long period of time with intensity is considered traumatic, as it alters your perception of self and others. Traumatic invalidation often...
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Can You Be Predisposed to Addiction?

Your genes affect your hair color, height, personality, and even your music taste. But can they go so far as predisposing you to a substance or behavioral addiction? Research says yes—but the reasons aren’t as cut-and-dried as having a certain gene or not. But in any case, it’s crucial to note that being predisposed to addiction doesn’t mean you’ll become addicted. Other factors contribute much more heavily to addiction, like your environment, life situation, past traumas, and more.The Role of E...
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Why the Anti-Drug Campaign "Just Say No" Failed

The “Just Say No” anti-drug movement, buoyed by good intentions and hopes to end the newly redeclared War on Drugs, sank to the depths of unimportance and, worse, ineffectiveness. Despite nationwide efforts and leadership from First Lady Nancy Reagan, teens remained just as likely to use drugs as before—in some cases, more likely.Why? How could something so simple not succeed?It was largely due to the placement of blame for drug use and a lack of education on addiction. We’ll explore why that ha...
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At a Glance: The Fentanyl Crisis in America

Headlines about fentanyl being ‘a crisis’ increasingly pepper local and national news outlets. At first thought, a drug may not seem like a crisis in the same way floodings, pandemics, and wars do. But fentanyl has thoroughly earned its label as a crisis, and this article will delve into why—plus, how you can keep yourself and others safe.What Is Fentanyl?Definition and UsesFentanyl is a synthetic opioid1, deadly at extremely small doses (less than a couple grains of salt). In the medical settin...
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