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Mar 24, 2025
When you’re ready to get help for addiction, one of the first big decisions is where to go for treatment. With so many options, it’s…
Mar 22, 2025
Employment Guide for Recovering Addicts & Alcoholics
Jobs in recoveryIf you’re recently out of treatment or are looking to make a fresh start, taking that first step into finding a new job…
Mar 20, 2025
Debunking Detox Fears with Alumni Experiences
If you’re thinking about getting help for addiction, you may have one big worry holding you back: withdrawal (often referred to as detox or “detoxing”)…
Mar 17, 2025
Observing National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® (NDAFW) is an annual event dedicated to educating young people about substance use and addiction. Hosted by the National…
Mar 13, 2025
Addiction in Marginalized Communities: Removing the Stigma
Addiction does not discriminate—but access to treatment can. For individuals in marginalized communities, stigma often becomes an additional, deeply ingrained barrier to recovery. Fear of…
Mar 10, 2025
What Is Withdrawal Management?
For many people seeking recovery, detox is the first step—but it’s also the one that often feels the most intimidating. The thought of going through…
Mar 6, 2025
Understanding MAT Myths vs Facts
When you recommend medication for addiction treatment (MAT) to a patient, how often do you hear, “Isn’t that just replacing one addiction with another?” or…
Mar 3, 2025
Addiction Neuroscience 101: The Latest Research
Imagine if addiction treatment could be as targeted and personalized as cancer care. What if we could predict who is most at risk based on…
Feb 20, 2025
Thriving in Sobriety: 7 Tips to Cure Boredom in Recovery
Boredom can be a scary concept for anyone, but it’s even scarier for those in recovery. They may worry that without drugs or alcohol to…
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