Dealing with the Stigma of Addiction
Approximately 10 percent of Americans have had a substance use disorder (SUD) at some point in their lives, according to...
Is There a Link Between OCD and Addiction?
In recent years, knowledge about the relationship between substance use and mental disorders has continued to grow. According to the...
5 Life Skills You Need in Addiction Recovery
Addiction is a terrible condition that can take over your life. The decision to take control and work toward sobriety...
Why Social Distancing May Increase the Risk of HIV and Overdose for Certain Populations
Social distancing is considered to be one of the best defenses against the spread of COVID-19. However, the isolation it...
How to enjoy Thanksgiving, and stay in recovery
Not sure how to stay sober during the holidays? Try the rule of thirds! Productivity experts use the rule...
New Study Highlights Increased Vulnerability to COVID-19 Among Those with SUDs
When COVID-19 first reached pandemic proportions earlier this year, Dr. Nora Volkow, the director of the National Institute on Drug...
What’s the Difference between Opioid Dependence and Addiction?
Prescription opioid and heroin misuse affects millions of Americans every year. Unfortunately, the prevalence of opioid use and misuse is...
Teen Vaping: A Look at the Stats
The teen years are often thought of as a time for experimentation. Unfortunately, this can be a damaging perspective when...
Three Things to Know about Decriminalizing Drugs
By Sarah Surrey, LCSW Oregon’s ballot includes a measure that would decriminalize the possession of small amounts of hard drugs,...
How PrEP and PEP Help in the Fight Against HIV
Approximately 1.2 million people in the US are living with HIV, according to the website HIV.gov. People who inject drugs...
