The experience of women who are in substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health (MH) treatment has long been shaped by cultural norms, historical stigma,
In his influential book, Lost in the Shuffle (1987), Robert Subby explores the hidden rules that govern families affected by addiction, mental illness, and unresolved
In the global rush toward sustainability, we focus on carbon, conservation, and capital—but what about the people? Behind every burned-out frontline worker, fractured family, or
The fact that I am here today, addressing you as a leader, is something I will never quite internalize. I come from a family full
As the opioid crisis continues to wreak havoc across America, understanding the root of the problem which plagues our nation remains key to being able
Our nation is currently in the midst of a crisis, the ever-increasing number of individuals across America who are using drugs classed as synthetic opioids.
I have frequently explored drug overdose from the perspective of treatment professionals. For example, I have written on the stigma surrounding overdose (especially among teenagers),
When we discuss the dangers of substance misuse, especially among young people, we often limit the conversation to the “big three” intoxicants: alcohol, amphetamines such
We all know the common refrain when it comes to teaching kids about drugs and alcohol: “Just Say No.” For decades, governments, schools, and families
Those who are struggling with substance use disorder face many risks. These individuals often find themselves falling out of step with their communities and society
In the United States and beyond, prescription painkillers and opioid-based drugs are being used illegally at crisis levels: there has been much reporting on the
In the past decade, cannabis – the popular smoke-able drug also known as pot, green, and of course, weed – has been legalized in many
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