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 Monday, September 25, 2023 0 79
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 Wednesday, August 30, 2023 0 5269
The First Hurdle: Getting Through Drug or Alcohol Withdrawal The First Hurdle: Getting Through Drug or Alcohol Withdrawal Detox may seem daunting, but it's very doable in a safe setting. Here's what to expect Tuesday, August 15, 2023 0 3242
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 Sunday, June 11, 2023 0 8594
Navigating Mental Health Issues in Recovery: Part of Journey Navigating Mental Health Issues in Recovery: Part of Journey Dealing with co-occurring disorders takes courage. Our message for Mental Health Awareness Month? Have hope Tuesday, May 2, 2023 0 9815
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? Friday, March 31, 2023 0 5720
Does a 'High-Functioning' Person Need Help? Does a 'High-Functioning' Person Need Help? Plenty of "successful" people struggle with addiction and mental health conditions, and they deserve care Thursday, March 23, 2023 0 46996
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 1550
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 12596
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 13839
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 2778
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 2634
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 2537
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 2074
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 2610
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 2664
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 3085
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 2449
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 2283
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 2691
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 2348