The Strong Link Between Grief and Substance Addiction
Dealing with grief is never easy, and it’s not possible to know how long it will last. Overview: Grief can...
How Telemedicine is Reducing Substance Abuse Treatment Stigma
Feb 25, 2021
Telemedicine started during pandemic shutdowns has taken on a life of its own now that things are opening back up...
SAMHSA Releases New Guide for the Treatment of Stimulant Use Disorders
Jan 18, 2021
Cocaine is one of several stimulants that are growing in use in the US. Knowledge about substance use disorder and...
Why Social Distancing May Increase the Risk of HIV and Overdose for Certain Populations
Nov 24, 2020
While staying home may protect people living with addiction from exposure to the coronavirus, it may result in other health...
New Study Highlights Increased Vulnerability to COVID-19 Among Those with SUDs
Nov 17, 2020
While researchers are just beginning to understand COVID-19 and its impacts, early findings suggest an alarming relationship between the virus...
What’s the Difference between Opioid Dependence and Addiction?
Nov 9, 2020
Substance misuse is complex; so is its treatment. Prescription opioid and heroin misuse affects millions of Americans every year. Unfortunately,...
Teen Vaping: A Look at the Stats
Nov 2, 2020
Vaping is not as harmless as it may seem. The teen years are often thought of as a time for...
How PrEP and PEP Help in the Fight Against HIV
Oct 30, 2020
In addition to the threat of addiction, injection drug users also face higher rates of HIV infection. Approximately 1.2 million...
Five Signs That Casual Drinking Has Turned Into an Alcohol Use Disorder
Aug 14, 2020
What seems like a casual night out may actually reveal a serious addiction. Most people go out and have a...
Three Reasons Why LGBTQ People Face a Higher Risk of Substance Abuse Disorder
Jun 29, 2020
While acceptance is rising of LGBTQ individuals, stressful stigmas, and stereotypes persist. Adults defined as “sexual minority,” including those who...
