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The Almost Addicted
Where substance use may be disrupting one's relationships and showing signs of worsening, it may be an "almost addiction." A new book makes the case for attending to the regular user whose habit causes pain but fails to meet the criteria of addiction.
Helping Those in Need Find Counseling
Just about everyone knows a friend or relative who has shown signs of emotional or behavioral turmoil. Yet trying to reach that person can sometimes feel overwhelming. Author Dr. Mark Komrad offers guidance on helping others find help.
U.S. Unprepared for Behavioral Health Needs of Aging Adults, NIM Warns
The U.S. healthcare system is understaffed and unprepared to deal with the rising number of aging baby boomers in need of mental health and substance use treatment, according to a National Institute of Medicine report.
Hazelden Launches Recovery Support App
The new app offers videos, recovery tools, and instant access to sponsors for people moving from active treatment through the early stages of recovery. Learn more
Dual Diagnosis: The Status of Treating Co-Occurring Disorders in The U.S.
At least 50 to 75 percent of Americans seeking treatment for a substance abuse problem also have a co-occurring mental health disorder, according to the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT). However, training of professionals for treating dual diagnoses in the field is not as frequent as its prevalence among Americans.
Mental Health and Addiction Treatment Leaders Join Forces
 The leading organizations in mental health and addiction treatment — including Hazelden, the Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center, NAADAC, and others — announce that they have joined forces to advance a model of integrated treatment. The collaboration,
Focus on Integrated Recovery, has taken action to define the model for integrated treatment delivery and provide information and resources for its successful implementation across treatment organizations. Learn more
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