Last month, The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a joint statement
A recent study[i] by researchers from the VA Connecticut Healthcare System and the Yale School of Medicine explores the connection between genetic and psychosocial factors
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Acknowledging and addressing substance abuse is challenging for anyone. For women, the path to recovery can be laden with unique obstacles. Societal stigmas, gender-specific issues,
I sat on the phone yesterday consoling a single mother in Ohio. She was scared and tearful. She was going through acute withdrawal from heroin.
Drug use by a loved one can be a challenging and sensitive topic to address. Approaching the conversation with empathy, understanding, and a non-judgmental attitude
A newly published study in JAMA Network Open[i] finds that children exposed to opioids while in the womb more commonly suffer from a number of
The beginning of a New Year often sparks a desire for personal renewal and growth, especially for those in recovery. Here, we offer five addiction
The Food and Drug Administration has just approved a test to determine whether someone is genetically predisposed to opioid use disorder. AvertD Test Overview The
Those addicted to drugs and/or alcohol often get misunderstood and criticized in society, making it hard for many to seek help for substance dependence, according
