Addiction Treatment
Listen to Yourself for Signs of Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
Your body typically alerts you when something is wrong. Pick up the call, and get started on addiction recovery.
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.
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.
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.
Warning Signs That Someone You Love Needs Treatment
Addiction does not form overnight, and loved ones are best positioned to gauge changes in behaviors, physical attributes and attitudes.
Naloxone Facts: Medication for Suspected Opioid Overdose
This medication can save lives in the emergency treatment of suspected opioid overdose. Learn more about naloxone (aka Narcan).
Medications for Opioid Use Disorder
The bottom line: Medications for opioid overdose, withdrawal and addiction are safe, effective and save lives. Learn what they are and how they work.
ADDICTIONary
Addiction and substance use disorders are heavily stigmatized; the words we use to talk about them matter. Check out this helpful guide from the Recovery Research Institute.
Navigating Addiction and Treatment: A Guide for Families
Addiction is complicated and emotional for the families of those needing treatment and in recovery. This Addiction Policy Forum resource can help you navigate it.