I don’t miss work or school. Am I an addict?
Addiction is a complex and insidious disease that can affect anyone, regardless of their job or education level. While it’s...
Drug Relapse? It’s ok to start over.
Relapse is a frequent and difficult part of addiction treatment. After making the effort to quit using drugs, it can...
Addiction is a powerful force
Addiction is a powerful force that can cause people to lose everything that they hold dear. From their jobs to...
Transgender vs. Cisgender Substance Use and Desire to Stop
Overview: Evidence shows that while substance use disorders (SUDs) are relatively low in absolute terms among both cisgender and transgender...
High School Students Who Abuse Opiates are More Likely to Attempt Suicide
Overview Studies have long shown a link between substance abuse and the risk of suicide and attempted suicide during adolescence,...
COVID-related Alcohol Use Found Higher Among LGBTQ Population
Moving back home during the pandemic has caused stress for many in the LBGTQ community. Overview: LGBTQ individuals have faced...
Methamphetamine Users Are at High Risk of Death from COVID-19
Highlights: Habitual methamphetamine use can exacerbate the symptoms of COVID-19 because both conditions affect the lungs and heart. People who...
How to Recognize the Signs of Heroin Abuse in a Loved One
Overview: When a loved one is abusing heroin, there are a number of signs that can point to that use. It...
COVID Disregard Syndrome Contributing to Substance Abuse Increase
Overview: With the profound changes COVID-19 has brought into the world has come COVID disregard syndrome, or a belief that...
How the COVID Pandemic Has Inspired Innovation in Substance Abuse Treatment
Teletherapy, including group therapy, is more common since the pandemic began. Overview: The COVID pandemic has led to innovations in substance...
