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Apr 26, 2024
enCompass: A Comprehensive Training on Navigating Addiction
Join us for a virtual training designed as a resource for family members trying to navigate the complex world of addiction.

May 8, 2023
New study identifies a more effective way to care for newborns exposed to opioids
Findings from the Eating, Sleeping and Consoling for Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal study show a new care approach that is more effective

Aug 12, 2022
988: New Nationwide Crisis Lifeline
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, confidential support to people in suicidal crisis, addiction or mental health-related...

Oct 24, 2021
Protect Your Brain: Why Age of First Use Matters
Age matters. One of the best ways for teens to prevent addiction is to delay the onset of first use.

Oct 24, 2021
Mind Your Genes
Teen developed and narrated video explainer on protecting the adolescent brain Narrated by Conner Nickel We often hear that addiction can...

Oct 24, 2021
Age Matters
Teen developed and narrated video explainer on protecting the adolescent brain Narrated by Conner Nickel Research shows that 90% of...

Jan 15, 2021
Foundations of Self-Care for Everyone
basic principles of health required by all: sleep, nutrition, exercise, sunshine, and positive content.


Nov 10, 2020
Enabling vs Helping and How to Set Boundaries
Having a family member or loved one with a substance use disorder is difficult, and it’s not always clear how best to help them.


Sep 25, 2020
Signs and Symptoms of Addiction
Because substance use disorder is a progressive disease, intervening in the early stages greatly improves outcomes.


Sep 17, 2020
How Addiction Affects the Family
Family members impacted by a loved one's addiction are not alone and shouldn’t be embarrassed to seek out help and support.


Sep 11, 2020
Chronic Disease Management for SUD
Healthcare providers often categorized conditions as either chronic or acute. So what’s the difference?


Sep 3, 2020
Ask the Expert: Is it important to intervene early?
The progressive nature of this disease means that the earlier the diagnosis is made and treatment begins the better for the person.


Sep 3, 2020
Ask the Expert: What to do when your loved one doesn't want help?
Know that your support matters and try to be patient--even if a loved one doesn’t want to get help when you offer it.


Sep 3, 2020
Ask the Expert: I want to engage my son and talk about getting help but I'm afraid
I want to engage my son and talk about getting help but I’m afraid of the angry outbursts and the backlash.


Aug 16, 2020
Burnout and Stress Among Family Members: Self-care Tips to Follow
Whether or not your loved one is willing to seek help, remember to take care of yourself.


Jun 8, 2019
6 Self-Care Tips for Everyone
It’s important to understand that it is difficult to help someone else if you don’t also take steps to care for yourself.


Oct 22, 2018
10 Things Parents Can Do to Keep Their Kids Safe from Addiction
From the moment our children are born, keeping them safe is second nature: we hold them close as they get their first shots, teach them...
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