Nick Padlo’s addiction to alcohol and drugs didn’t happen overnight. “I was using them as a tool to cope with depression and anxiety,” says the recovered addict and founder of Sophros Recovery in ...

Just like it's important to know CPR and first aid, it's also important to know what to do during a mental health crisis ...

Substance use disorder makes it hard to stop using substances even when they're harmful. Using the term "substance use disorder" helps separate the person from the treatable illness. Substance use ...

From vapes at gas stations to alcohol in nearly every social setting, addictive behaviors are more accessible than ever. While many recognize the term ‘addiction’, spotting the signs in a friend or ...

We all know how critically important help, support, and encouragement are if you’re recovering from a physical or mental health issue or substance misuse. But it can often be really hard to ask for ...

Helping someone overcome addiction is a powerful and life-changing role. In the UK, many people battling drug or alcohol addiction rely on sponsors for support. A sponsor is usually someone who has ...

Helping an employee address substance abuse requires balancing multiple priorities, including individual well-being, workplace safety, team dynamics, and organizational needs. Success isn't guaranteed ...

EDITOR'S NOTE: This column discusses suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. There is also an ...

Hussein Ugas helped open the state’s first accredited sober living home for East Africans and Muslim men in Federal Way.