A Vaccine Against Fentanyl!
A Vaccine Against Fentanyl!A novel approach to treating opioid addiction is in development. By Mark S GoldPublished by Psychology Today on October 21, 2024 Key points• Treatment of substance use
Not So Pretty Pink Cocaine
Not So Pretty Pink CocaineRelatively new on the party scene, pink cocaine is a dangerous, unpredictable drug. By Mark S GoldPublished by Psychology Today on October 20, 2024 Key points•
Why Can’t U.S. Doctors Prescribe Methadone for Opioid Use Disorder?
Why Can't U.S. Doctors Prescribe Methadone for Opioid Use Disorder?Many addiction experts support wider methadone access. By Mark S GoldPublished by Psychology Today on October 18, 2024 Key points• Methadone
Teen and Young Adult Abuse of Nitrous Oxide
Teen and Young Adult Abuse of Nitrous OxideRising inhalant abuse among teens may signal unavailability of psychiatric care. By Mark S GoldPublished by Psychology Today on September 27, 2024 Key
Teens and Counterfeit Death Pills
Teens and Counterfeit Death PillsWhat we know in 2024 about drug overdoses among adolescents. By Mark S GoldPublished by Psychology Today on September 27, 2024 Key points• Adolescent mortality from
Potential Challenges for Peer Recovery Specialists Facilitating Children’s Programs
During a recent training to learn how to facilitate a whole family recovery program, Jayden volunteered to take part in a role play where he was the clown child, a
Self-Care Strategies for Behavioral Health Professionals
Behavioral health professionals face unique challenges in their roles, often absorbing the emotional weight of the crises and trauma experienced by their clients. The intensity of this work can lead
Heading Off Alcohol Use Disorder
Heading Off Alcohol Use Disorder!Take action when the consequences of alcohol use disorder are easiest to reverse. By Mark S GoldPublished by Psychology Today on August 1, 2024 Key points•
Learning From Our Clients: The Story of Hearts and Strikes
LEARNING FROM OUR CLIENTS:The Story of Hearts and Strikes This blog comes to you through a partnership between NACoA Affiliate GLAD House’s Executive Director Michelle Cox and NACoA.In the field
National Deflection Week: Supporting Children in Crisis Situations
NATIONAL DEFLECTION WEEK: Supporting Children in Crisis Situations National Deflection Week emphasizes the crucial role of pre-arrest diversion and deflection, especially in interactions involving children who are present in high-risk
