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National Organizations Urge the White House to Lift the Contingency Management Funding Cap

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Tips for Navigating Holidays in Recovery

The holiday season can be a joyful time, but for individuals in recovery from addiction, it can also bring unique stressors. Family...

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How to Access In-Person Support Groups for Substance Use Disorders

Recovery is a journey best walked with support. For individuals living with substance use disorders, connecting with a supportive...

Dec 9

Spring 2025 Anti-Stigma Institute: Registration Open

Registration is now open for the 2025 Anti-Stigma Institute , scheduled for April 7 - 8, 2025, in Washington, D.C. Institute attendees...

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Cannabis and Adolescents: An Overview of the Science and Concerns from Leading Experts

Join us for an engaging webinar on January 15, 2025, on the complex relationship between cannabis use and adolescent development with ...

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Addiction is a medical condition that affects the brain and changes a person's behavior. The medical term for a drug or alcohol addiction is a substance use disorder (SUD).

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