Recovering from substance abuse is a challenging journey, but it can lead to important changes and a new sense of purpose. Addiction affects not only the person struggling with it, but also their ...

Nationwide, 70.3 million individuals said they used illicit drugs, and 16.2% of Americans aged 12 and older said they battled a substance use disorder (SUD) in 2022. While education and awareness ...

Recovery describes the journey that people make to stop or reduce using drugs or alcohol. For almost everyone, this journey is not a straight path.There may be starts and stops that can be challenging ...

Scientific research has proven that running does wonders for your physical health and longevity, and the benefits are not ...

For people trying to reduce their heavy drinking, the quality of their interpersonal relationships early in their recovery ...

Authors say findings support addressing smoking cessation during substance use treatment. HealthDay News — Quitting smoking is associated with recovery from substance use disorder (SUD), according to ...

Adults who smoke cigarettes and are addicted to alcohol or other drugs were more likely to achieve sustained remission of their substance use disorder symptoms if they also quit smoking, according to ...

Colorado prisons are battling a growing number of inmates struggling with substance use disorder. Back in 2024, the attorney general said some parts of the state can see higher than two-thirds of ...

INDIANAPOLIS (MIRROR INDY) — Substance use affects thousands of Hoosiers and their families. Below you’ll find resources and organizations that can help with recovery. If we missed a resource, please ...

The President’s FY 2026 budget proposes major changes in the federal discretionary budget for health care, which could have serious implications for behavioral health care; some changes are already ...

The White House's newly released strategy for tackling the nation's drug and addiction crisis calls for a number of ambitious ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — Central City Concern (CCC) will launch the grand opening of Meridian Gardens on Thursday, a supportive housing facility for people recovering fromsubstance use disorders CCC says ...