Addiction and recovery

Get the latest information and resources about addiction and recovery.

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How to Support Someone in Recovery
It takes commitment, dedication and support to help someone who's recovering from an addiction.

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What Does an Opioid Overdose Do to Your Body?
It starts with slowed breathing, which might stop altogether.

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Drug That Reverses Heroin Overdose
Naloxone can reverse a heroin overdose in seconds. Find out how this drug works and where to get it....

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Can Medical Marijuana Laws Curb Opioid Use?
Studies suggest a drop in opioid use in states with medical marijuana laws.

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Why Addiction Relapses Happen
Strategies to help you stay sober and help a loved one experiencing a relapse.

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How to Choose an Addiction Treatment Center
There are more than 14,500 treatment centers in the US. Which one is right for you?

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Side Effects of Opioid Medication
Opioids are powerful drugs with powerful side effects.

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How Does an Opioid Addiction Start?
Understand the physical and mental factors at play—and why overdose deaths are on the rise.

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Heroin Addiction: What You Should Know
It’s risen in recent years and doesn’t discriminate. Get the facts about heroin addiction, treatment...

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How to Treat Substance Use Disorders
No matter what your goals, there are many substance use disorder treatment options and programs.