Addiction and recovery

Get the latest information and resources about addiction and recovery.

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Long-term effects of opioid use
Continued use of opiates can result in physical dependence and even addiction. In this video, Dougla...

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Ways to treat hepatitis c while in recovery for substance abuse
Effective hepatitis C treatments are available for everyone, including those in recovery from substa...

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Naloxone: The Drug That Reverses Opioid Overdoses
Learn how the medication works to quickly restore breathing—and where you can find it.

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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
Get the facts about heroin addiction, treatment and recovery.

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Side Effects of Opioid Medication
Opioids are powerful drugs with potentially significant side effects. Here’s what you need to know.

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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.

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Navigating the Healthcare System When Facing Addiction
Find the resources you need to overcome substance use disorder.

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How to Choose an Addiction Treatment Center
There are thousands of treatment centers in the United States. Which one is right for you?

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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.