Addiction recovery isn’t one-size-fits-all. Broadening our definition beyond abstinence can reduce stigma and open doors to ...

Many phrases in the addiction field have been tossed around for years without being clearly defined or even being meaningful. "Being in recovery" is one example. In most areas of life, "being in ...

The use of "recovery" in relation to drugs and alcohol has been the topic of much discussion in Scotland over the last few weeks. Many people find the word off-putting, and even inequitable, because ...

When I started writing about the opioid crisis, I thought I was just going to share statistics, warnings, and signs to look ...

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Alberta’s controversial involuntary addiction treatment legislation may help some, but experts say the lack of evidence on its effectiveness raises alarm bells. Mental Health and Addiction Minister ...