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Substance Use and Suicide: Finding Help and Hope — Substance Use and Suicide: Finding Help and Hope

Drugs and alcohol play a major role in suicides. But there are many paths out of despair. A top psychologist shares some guidance

How Can We Deal With Overdoses? — How Can We Deal With Overdoses?

Preparedness, education, compassion: One expert shares about saving lives and navigating trauma, on Overdose Awareness Day

What It Means To Be LGBTQ+ in Recovery — What It Means To Be LGBTQ+ in Recovery

Dignity, safety, confidence: People in the LGBTQ+ community want what everyone needs for addiction recovery and mental health

How To Be a Superstar Sober Ally — How To Be a Superstar Sober Ally

It is a very fine thing in life to never battle addiction. But it's even finer to stand beside those who have

When and How To Hold an Intervention — When and How To Hold an Intervention

Understand the process, make your loved one feel cherished and supported, and you can all begin to heal

I'm in Recovery and Ready To Work. What Do I Need To Know? — I'm in Recovery and Ready To Work. What Do I Need To Know?

A job can bring serious benefits to your recovery, even beyond the financial ones. But it can also test you. A few things to understand

Alcohol Addiction at Work: What Employers and Employees Should Know — Alcohol Addiction at Work: What Employers and Employees Should Know

When workplaces help employees address alcohol use disorder with compassion, everyone benefits

10 Top Colleges for Recovery—And Sober Adventure — 10 Top Colleges for Recovery—And Sober Adventure

It's Collegiate Recovery Week! Get schooled about recovery residences, specialized counselors ... and sober study abroad?!

Addiction Impacts the Whole Family, But Recovery Heals. Here's How — Addiction Impacts the Whole Family, But Recovery Heals. Here's How

Your loved one needs your support in recovery, difficult as the dynamics may be. Our guide to getting better together

How Much Alcohol Is Too Much—And How Can I Cut Back? — How Much Alcohol Is Too Much—And How Can I Cut Back?

Knowledge is power, and April is Alcohol Awareness Month. What better time to learn how to be clear-eyed about your consumption?

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

How To Respond When an Employee Shares a Mental Health Challenge — How To Respond When an Employee Shares a Mental Health Challenge

Follow these guidelines to show up for your employees while maintaining healthy boundaries

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

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

How To Spot Suicidal Behaviors in the Workplace — How To Spot Suicidal Behaviors in the Workplace

Guidelines on creating a culture where employees feel supported in times of distress

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

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

How To Help Children Impacted by Parental Addiction — How To Help Children Impacted by Parental Addiction

A guide to being a compassionate and supportive presence, from the Addiction Policy Forum

Affordable Therapy for Addiction Recovery: How To Get It — Affordable Therapy for Addiction Recovery: How To Get It

There are now easy-to-find counseling and treatment options if you’re uninsured or tight on cash

Need Help Now? Helpful Hotlines To Keep Handy — Need Help Now? Helpful Hotlines To Keep Handy

If you need help and don't know whom to call, here's a list of helpful hotlines

Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Commonwealth University

VCU's Rams in Recovery program offers students structure, resources, financial aid, community—and fun

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