In 1982, First Lady Nancy Reagan uttered the three words “just say no,” to a schoolgirl who had asked what she should say if someone offered her drugs. The first lady’s suggestion, as we all know, became the unified call for the adolescent drug prevention movement we have all come to know and may have experienced. ... Read More
Addiction News
We believe strongly in the use of emerging technology to treat addictions and disorders. In our addiction news section we cover breaking addiction and mental health related news. This includes national drug crime news to identify trends as well as measures being taken by local governments to affect change in their area. By recognizing success and failures across the country we believe that we can keep the community informed on the most important behavioral health news.
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How Stigma Prevents People from Seeking Treatment
Updated August 2023 Substance abuse treatment is an effective way to break free from drugs or alcohol, but the stigma that surrounds seeking out treatment might prevent some people from getting the help they need. A recent research review published in the journal Substance Abuse and Rehabilitation looked at the ... Read More
How To Talk to Someone About Their Drinking Problem
When someone you know or love has a drinking problem, talking to them about your concerns can be a hard but necessary first step on the path toward recovery. The following pointers may help, starting with some good reasons to talk with an individual about their drinking problem in the first place. Why Talk to an ... Read More
Coping with Holiday Sadness During Recovery
The holidays are supposed to be a cheerful time to spend with family and friends, but for those struggling with addiction, holidays in recovery can bring unwanted emotions and memories. Combined with the high stress, high expectations and commitment, those in recovery can feel overwhelmed with dread and despair. If ... Read More
Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault
Every 98 seconds a person in the U.S. is sexually assaulted. Across the country, the #MeToo movement has sparked a conversation around the frequency of sexual assault and harassment men and women face in America. What started as a social media hashtag for people to share their experiences has evolved into Time ... Read More
Body Image and Social Media Questionnaire
Americans have long had complicated relationships with their body image. But in recent years, the rise of social media has added another layer of complexity. Bombarded with images of toned arms, legs, and rock-hard abs in their newsfeeds, many people struggle with eating disorders, body dysmorphia, and their own body ... Read More
What Do Drug Dealers Look Like?
If you’ve seen an episode of “Narcos”, “Queen of the South”, or even “Breaking Bad”, you may already have an image in your head of what American drug dealers look like. While determining how much the illicit narcotics industry in America is worth may be difficult, experts estimate that global drug trafficking today ... Read More
Substance Abuse in the LGBTQ+ Community
Life isn’t always easy for members of the LGBTQ+ community (people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, or other orientations). According to a recent report for National Public Radio, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, the majority of ... Read More
