Myths Fueling the Stigma of Medication-Assisted Treatment
Introduction On Aug. 1, 2018, addiction medicine lost a seminal figure. Dr. Robert Newman poured his heart and soul into one of New York City’s first methadone programs in the […]
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Introduction On Aug. 1, 2018, addiction medicine lost a seminal figure. Dr. Robert Newman poured his heart and soul into one of New York City’s first methadone programs in the […]
Introduction On good days, Samantha Carter can almost block out the burning sensations that occur in her arms, legs, hands and feet. She homeschools her daughter and blogs about her […]
Many rappers who grew up around drugs have positively portrayed substance use in their music. However, in recent years, some young rap artists have detailed the consequences of addiction and […]
Substance abuse is synonymous with rock ‘n’ roll music. Alcohol is ubiquitous at rock concerts, and many radio hits allude to drinking and drug use. News headlines about musicians checking into rehab are not uncommon.
The public health crisis of opioid addiction and abuse has continued to worsen since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that prescription painkiller overdoses reached epidemic levels in 2011.
Drug courts provide treatment and other supportive services to nonviolent drug offenders with substance abuse issues. Since 1989, these programs have helped thousands avoid jail, overcome addiction and lead healthy lives.