Most Common Misconceptions about Addiction
Most Common Misconceptions about Addiction Although we know more about addiction than ever before, there are still many misconceptions about substance use disorder that are
March 12, 2021
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How to Discuss Opioid Addiction Treatment with Children
Children of parents with substance use disorder are often exposed to trauma throughout their caretaker’s illness before they choose to enter treatment; however, it’s impossible
February 26, 2021
What to Do if You’re Unsure About Starting Recovery
For many people, the hardest part of addiction recovery is that very first step. You know you have a problem and that your substance use
February 22, 2021
How to Speak With Someone About Getting Them Help for Addiction
Communication is a key component of friendship, families and romantic relationships. The ability to share thoughts and feelings is foundational to any healthy bond. Sadly,
February 15, 2021
New Year’s Resolutions and Addiction Recovery
At the dawning of a new year, you might be one of the millions of people with an annual tradition of making resolutions. However, with
February 11, 2021
Methadone Mile in Boston
For years, the “Methadone Mile” in Boston has caused serious problems for the city and the area’s residents. While the city makes attempts to address
January 13, 2021
Supporting an Opioid Addict During the Holidays
While many believe that the holidays bring out the best in people, if your loved one struggles with opioid addiction or another substance use disorder,
December 20, 2020
How the Pandemic Has Changed the Fight Against Opioid Addiction
The pandemic has created a convergence of dangerous factors, and those with opioid addiction are most at risk. More than 40 states have reported a noticeable
December 15, 2020
Massachusetts Battling Opioid Addiction in 2020
While the opioid crisis is a national epidemic, Massachusetts has been hit especially hard. The scale of this crisis can be felt in urban, suburban
November 12, 2020
Methadone, Addiction and Diabetes
Since 1980, the prevalence of diabetes in the worldwide adult population has increased from 4.7% to 8.5%. Sufferers of painful diabetic neuropathy, or PDN, make up 10 to
November 12, 2020
Using Opioids Safely After Medical Procedures
If you’ve suffered a severe injury or had major surgical intervention, chances are you were prescribed opioids for pain management. Opioid medications can be safe
November 12, 2020
How to Tell Kids That a Family Member Is Getting Treated for Addiction
How do you tell children that one or both of their parents struggle with addiction? While talking to kids about a parent’s addiction isn’t easy,
October 23, 2020