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In this episode of Heart of the Matter with Elizabeth Vargas, Montee talks about his journey through addiction, how he found purpose in fatherhood, and his work as a recovery advocate for communities of color.
Zac won won the heart of not only Tayshia Adams, but also viewers across the country with his candor, compassion and commitment to a substance-free life.
We sat down with Elizabeth Vargas, host of our new podcast on mental health and addiction, to understand why sharing these stories is so important to her.
The PACT Coalition for Safe and Drug-Free Communities is empowering Southern Nevada with the resources to prevent substance misuse for all ages and promote recovery.
Learn more about the opioid overdose reversal medication naloxone (also known by the brand name Narcan).
Addiction is a complex disease of the brain and body that involves compulsive use of one or more substances despite serious health and social consequences.
The San Antonio Council on Alcohol & Drug Awareness focuses on prevention, intervention, and recovery support services for children and adults.
Tackling Youth Substance Abuse is a coalition of people and organizations with a mission to decrease youth and young adult substance use on Staten Island.
After viewing the film, use our discussion guide to spark a conversation on addiction within your family or community.
Some parents might think having life-saving naloxone (Narcan) on hand might encourage their child to continue to use heroin or other opioids. But there's no evidence that that's the case.
We’ve been on the front lines of this issue for decades. But we can’t do it alone. Your voice can make a difference. Together, we can solve this crisis
We can use words like "addict" that perpetuate the negative stigma around substance use. Or we can use words that are compassionate, supportive and respectful.
The Partnership News Service provides weekly or breaking news on the top drug and alcohol news that impacts your work, life and community
Provides online resources for parents, healthcare providers, educators and community leaders on appropriate storage and safe disposal of medications.
Our community partners network connect the essential efforts of local organizations to science-based resources that can help families.
We couldn't provide the support for families struggling with their child's drug use that we do without the help of our Parent Coaches and other volunteers.
Used as directed, medicines improve our lives. When misused or abused, the consequences can be devastating. Learn more about this epidemic.
In the event of an opioid overdose (including heroin and prescribed pain medications), naloxone can reverse an overdose and save a life.
View our curated digest of the latest research news, including the implications regarding a US ban on the sale of menthol cigarettes.
Daily marijuana use among college students reached an all-time high last year, according to the annual Monitoring the Future study.
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Marijuana use during middle to late adolescence may be associated with changes in brain development, a new study suggests.
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