By Deni Carise, PhD, Chief Science Officer, Recovery Centers of AmericaSubstance use disorders (SUDs, the preferred term for addiction) are among the most common and…
Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Individuals during Pride MonthJune is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, commemorating the Stonewall Uprising of 1969, where the patrons and allies of New York City’s…
LGBTQIA+ individuals face many different challenges and difficulties compared to their heterosexual peers and may turn to drugs and alcohol to self-medicate. These individuals may…
The challenge of finding the best inpatient drug rehab centerWhen you or a loved one is suffering from the disease of addiction, you want a…
The Significance of Mental Health MonthMay is Mental Health Awareness Month, or more commonly, Mental Health Month (MHM).Founded by Mental Health America (MHA) in 1949,…
Celebrating First Responders and Military Service Members and VeteransAmong the many things that the month of May brings, it is a time we take to…
Despite the evidence that medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is an effective method in treating opioid addiction, there are still stigmas and myths about MAT from policymakers…
Some Sobering Facts for Alcohol Awareness MonthIn observance of Alcohol Awareness Month, we have highlighted some of the major facts and statistics pertaining to alcohol…
The words I never thought I’d hear my daughter say … I read while I was in addiction treatment.“Daddy. I am so proud of you…
In active addiction, we often revolve around feeding the addiction by focusing on ourselves. As we enter our recovery journey, we must shift focus to…