Are You a Chocoholic?
Are You a Chocoholic? The Good News... Chocolate has multiple effects on the brain, behavior, and health. By Mark S Gold Published by Psychology Today on April 18, 2025 Key
Protect Medicaid — A Lifeline for Children and Families Affected by Family AUD and Other Substance Use Disorders
Congress has released a budget blueprint that calls for deep and sweeping cuts to vital programs — including Medicaid. As part of this process, known as reconciliation, key committees have
Why Organizations Should Support NACoA and Become Affiliate Members
For 42 years, the National Association for Children of Addiction (NACoA) has been the unwavering voice for children living in families impacted by alcohol or opioid use disorders. These children
The Good News About Overdose Deaths in the U.S.
The Good News About Overdose Deaths in the U.S.The CDC just reported a 24% decline in U.S. drug overdose deaths. By Mark S GoldPublished by Psychology Today on March 4,
The Urgent Need for Equitable Access: MLK’s Dream is Still Alive
While there are countless victories achieved by those in recovery, we cannot ignore the significant gaps that remain in our treatment and recovery systems. At the National Association for Children
Which Drug Epidemic Is Next: Meth, Psychedelics, Mushrooms?
Which Drug Epidemic Is Next: Meth, Psychedelics, Mushrooms?Will history repeat itself—or will new synthetic agents shift use patterns? By Mark S GoldPublished by Psychology Today on December 28, 2024 Key
Methamphetamine Is a Major Drug Threat in the U.S.
Methamphetamine Is a Major Drug Threat in the U.S.The country faces a speedballing, fentanyl and meth overdose crisis. By Mark S GoldPublished by Psychology Today on December 27, 2024 Key
The State of Our Ongoing Polydrug Use Epidemic
The State of Our Ongoing Polydrug Use EpidemicWe're in the fourth wave of the opioid overdose epidemic. By Mark S GoldPublished by Psychology Today on December 2, 2024 Key points•
Ketamine Use Disorder Is on the Rise
Ketamine Use Disorder Is on the RiseKetamine can be addicting: Here's what you need to know. By Mark S GoldPublished by Psychology Today on November 9, 2024 Key points• Ketamine
Smoking Hard Drugs Is Now Killing Many Users
Smoking Hard Drugs Is Now Killing Many UsersA sudden shift in drug overdose deaths is tied to smoking meth, fentanyl, more. By Mark S GoldPublished by Psychology Today on November
