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What is Substance Use Disorder?

Substance use disorder (SUD), sometimes called drug use disorder, is a psychiatric diagnosis of problematic drug use, including drug addiction. SUDs are assessed on a

Addiction

Damaging Effects of Alcoholism on Families

The damage alcoholic parents cause due to their alcohol use disorder can be more subtle than verbal and physical abuse. As they grow, children require

Basics

How to Prevent Underage Drinking

As a parent of three young children, I face the prospect of their teenage years with some trepidation. I remember all too well the underage

Basics

What is Alcohol Poisoning?

Alcohol poisoning is a medical emergency most typically caused by the consumption of too many alcoholic beverages in too short a period of time. It

Addiction

Dangers of Binge Drinking

Consumption of alcohol lowers inhibitions, which makes it all too easy to reach for that next drink, even when you’ve had more than enough. Binge

Basics

Types of Opioids: What You Need To Know

Humanity has a complicated relationship with all types of opioids. It’s a longterm relationship, one which stretches back thousands of years. Opium, an analgesic (painkilling)

Treatment

Finding Hope For Opioid Addiction

In the news, there are stories of terrible suffering from the epidemic of opioid addiction afflicting the nation. But there are hopeful stories, too. For

Addiction

Mindfulness Meditation for Addiction Treatment

How do addictions form, and how we can we use mindfulness to escape the “habit loop” that entraps us? These important questions are addressed by University

Recovery Review

Waiting on a Friend

Recovery Review examines books and other media on topics related to substance use disorder, treatment, and recovery. This time of year I can’t help but

Treatment