The Basics
Can I Afford Recovery?
Addiction can rob you of resources, financial or otherwise. But finances shouldn't be a barrier to recovery. Here's what to look for when tailoring a plan to your needs.
What Is Substance Use Disorder?
It may sound a bit clinical to your ear at first, but the term is incredibly helpful in understanding the broad spectrum of experiences people have when drugs and alcohol harm them. Here's what it means.
The Facts About Fentanyl
The news may sometimes sensationalize this powerful synthetic opioid, but around two-thirds of all overdose deaths in the U.S. involve fentanyl — and many people take it without even knowing.
Call 988 for Help: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Gets New Dialing Code
The three-digit code for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline makes it easier to call, text or chat for quick, compassionate care during a mental health or substance use crisis.
Your Guide to Harm Reduction, With John Oliver
The "Last Week Tonight" host dedicated a segment to the latest tools and programs that aim to keep people who use drugs safe. Plus: how you can help.
Quick Facts: What To Expect From Each Level of Addiction Treatment
Understand what's right for you or a loved one! There are a few basic types of care for substance use disorder: outpatient, residential, inpatient and more.
A Quick Guide to Substance Use Treatment
Addiction can be incredibly difficult to escape, but this Psych Hub video provides a handy, accessible overview of the many options for getting help for yourself or a loved one.
What Are Opioids?
Oxycodone, fentanyl, heroin — some of these extremely powerful drugs are prescribed to treat pain, but all can be highly addictive. Learn more from this Psych Hub video.
Need Help Now? Helpful Hotlines To Keep Handy
Finding help at the right time can make the difference. Here are some addiction and mental health hotlines that can provide help for you or your loved one.
Answers to Common Questions About Drugs, Addiction and Where to Get Help
Dr. Nora Volkow, director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, explains the basics of addiction and where to get help, in this video.
Alternatives to Traditional 12-Step Programs
One size doesn’t fit all: In recent decades, effective alternatives to AA and NA have been providing different roads to recovery from addiction.
What Is Medication-Assisted Treatment?
Everything you should know about medications to treat opioid and alcohol use disorder: An explainer on methadone, naloxone and more.