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Alternatives to Traditional 12-Step Programs
One size doesn’t fit all: In recent decades, effective alternatives to AA and NA have been providing different roads to recovery from addiction.
What Is Medication-Assisted Treatment?
Everything you should know about medications to treat opioid and alcohol use disorder: An explainer on methadone, naloxone and more.
Questions To Ask Before Choosing a Residential Treatment Program
Considering inpatient addiction treatment for yourself or a loved one? Read this primer on what you need to ask — and know — first.
Collegiate Recovery Programs: From Conception to Present-Day Communities
College and its partying culture can be particularly challenging for those in recovery from addiction. But collegiate recovery programs (CRPs) can be a lifeline.
What Is Dual Diagnosis?
When people are dealing with both addiction (substance use disorder) and mental illness, they have a dual diagnosis. 10 things to know.
Q&A: Find an Addiction Counselor
What is your background? How often will we meet? Some key questions that will help you find the right addiction counselor for yourself or a loved one.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sober Housing
Sober residences provide safe alcohol- and drug-free spaces to help you begin to build a recovery program. Read our FAQ about choosing one that fits.
Wasted: Exposing the Family Effect of Addiction
In this TEDx Talk, Sam Fowler shares her experiences suffering from what is sometimes called the family disease: the addiction of a loved one.
How Alcohol Damages Various Bodily Systems
Most people don't realize how alcohol use impacts their body or health. Learn how it affects the brain, kidneys, pancreas, heart, liver and skin.
7 Health Signs of Chronic Alcoholism
Heavy alcohol consumption can take a serious health toll, but many people don't know the signs to look for. Understand if you need to seek help.
Detox to Treatment, a Guide
Do I need detox? And how is treatment different? We break down how both can be crucial in recovery from addiction.
Recovery Happens: Spread the Good News!
Media coverage highlights the exploding addiction rates in the U.S., but there's another story too: Recovery seekers are largely successful.