What the Fentanyl Crisis Actually Looks Like What the Fentanyl Crisis Actually Looks Like Many victims use it unknowingly and die quietly. Peter Attia hosts a sheriff's deputy on his podcast to learn how we got here Thursday, February 23, 2023 0 599
Can I Afford Recovery? Can I Afford Recovery? Addiction can rob you of resources, but finances shouldn't be a barrier to recovery. Here's what to look for when tailoring a plan Friday, February 3, 2023 0 10771
What Is Substance Use Disorder? What Is Substance Use Disorder? The term is incredibly helpful in understanding the spectrum of harmful experiences people have with drugs Wednesday, October 19, 2022 0 11793
The Facts About Fentanyl The Facts About Fentanyl Around two-thirds of all overdose deaths in the U.S. involve fentanyl—and many people take it without even knowing Thursday, September 29, 2022 0 1809
Call 988 for Help: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Gets New Dialing Code Call 988 for Help: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Gets New Dialing Code The three-digit code makes it easier to connect with quick, compassionate care during a mental health crisis Saturday, September 10, 2022 0 1613
Get Involved: Resources for International Overdose Awareness Day Get Involved: Resources for International Overdose Awareness Day On this day of remembrance and action, learn how everyone can help prevent overdoses and end the stigma Tuesday, August 30, 2022 0 1446
Your Guide to Harm Reduction, With John Oliver Your Guide to Harm Reduction, With John Oliver The "Last Week Tonight" host dedicated a segment to the latest tools and programs. Plus: how you can help Friday, August 19, 2022 0 1458
Quick Facts: What To Expect From Each Level of Addiction Treatment Quick Facts: What To Expect From Each Level of Addiction Treatment Understand what's best for yourself or a loved one Tuesday, August 2, 2022 0 1375
A Quick Guide to Substance Use Treatment A Quick Guide to Substance Use Treatment Addiction can be difficult to escape, but this Psych Hub video provides a handy overview of options for getting help Thursday, July 28, 2022 0 1237
What Are Opioids? What Are Opioids? Some are legally prescribed, but all can be highly addictive. Learn more from this Psych Hub video Wednesday, July 20, 2022 0 1631
Answers to Common Questions About Drugs, Addiction and Where to Get Help Answers to Common Questions About Drugs, Addiction and Where to Get Help Dr. Nora Volkow, director of the NIDA, answers some essential questions you may have Saturday, April 16, 2022 0 1751
Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders The experts at SAMHSA explain what are called co-occurring disorders Friday, March 4, 2022 0 1935
What Is Medication-Assisted Treatment? What Is Medication-Assisted Treatment? Everything you should know about medications used to treat opioid and alcohol use disorders Sunday, February 20, 2022 0 1430
What Is Dual Diagnosis? What Is Dual Diagnosis? Understanding dual diagnosis can be crucial to making sure you or your loved one receives the right treatment Sunday, February 13, 2022 0 1345
How Alcohol Damages Various Bodily Systems How Alcohol Damages Various Bodily Systems Current research shows that even lower doses of alcohol still have a detrimental effect on our health Saturday, January 8, 2022 0 1690
What Is Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)? What Is Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)? Understanding what may occur after the first stages of detox: Find out how to recognize the symptoms of PAWS Sunday, January 2, 2022 0 1384
Understanding Relapse Understanding Relapse Relapse is often part of the recovery process. Learn how you can navigate it and return to your recovery journey Tuesday, November 16, 2021 0 1637
What Is Recovery Capital? What Is Recovery Capital? Human, physical, social and cultural resources are all essential to supporting recovery from addiction Wednesday, November 10, 2021 0 1207
Everything You Think You Know About Addiction Is Wrong Everything You Think You Know About Addiction Is Wrong How can we overcome addiction—everything from cocaine to smartphones? Watch this enlightening Ted Talk! Tuesday, October 19, 2021 0 1291