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Kathleen Ratcliff, executive director for Upstream Prevention, discusses substance use disorder during the “Responding to Addiction” workshop Sept. 26 at the Greenwood Public Library. The goal of the ...

Parents face numerous challenges when raising children, but few topics prove as daunting as discussing addiction. Recent research has revealed that maintaining open dialogue about substance abuse not ...

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There are many things that contribute to the development of addiction rather than one “smoking gun.” Research tells us that genetic predispositions, adverse childhood experiences, social learning, ...

If you or someone you know is using substances, it’s important to always have Narcan on hand and know signs of overdose, such as shallow breathing and pinpoint pupils.

Addiction can affect anyone, regardless of background, education, or income. It often starts subtly—using alcohol to unw ...

Digital media overuse among youth is a growing concern. According to a recent survey by Pew Research Center, 95% of teens (aged 13-17) have access to a smartphone at home and 46% reported using the ...

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks at the Rx and Illicit drug Summit, Thursday, April 24, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV) NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — ...

Members of Congress have expressed deep concern over reckless federal staff reductions in mental health and addiction prevention despite a crisis throughout the nation. Fifty seven members of Congress ...

Addiction and HIV fuel one another in a global syndemic, but innovative programs, from Portugal’s reforms to Australia’s NSPs, show that integrated, stigma-free care can halt the cycle and save lives.