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Weight-Loss Drugs May Help Alcohol and Opioid Addiction

Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound may significantly reduce opioid overdose and alcohol intoxication risks in patients with substance-use disorders.
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A Vaccine Against Fentanyl!

A vaccine against fentanyl is under development and expected for human testing in 2025, offering hope against rising overdose deaths.

CDC sees link between overdoses, other mental health disorders

Integrating mental health treatment can help reduce drug overdose deaths.
Many overdose victims had unrecognized mental health disorders, necessitating better screening.
Emergencies can be opportunities to intervene for at-risk individuals.

Alcohol use killed 2.6 million people worldwide, says WHO

Alcohol consumption led to 2.6 million deaths globally, significantly impacting young men aged 20-39, with Europe and Africa notable regions.
Psychoactive drug use contributed to an additional 0.6 million deaths, totaling 4.7% of all global deaths.

A Vaccine Against Fentanyl!

A vaccine against fentanyl is under development and expected for human testing in 2025, offering hope against rising overdose deaths.

CDC sees link between overdoses, other mental health disorders

Integrating mental health treatment can help reduce drug overdose deaths.
Many overdose victims had unrecognized mental health disorders, necessitating better screening.
Emergencies can be opportunities to intervene for at-risk individuals.

Alcohol use killed 2.6 million people worldwide, says WHO

Alcohol consumption led to 2.6 million deaths globally, significantly impacting young men aged 20-39, with Europe and Africa notable regions.
Psychoactive drug use contributed to an additional 0.6 million deaths, totaling 4.7% of all global deaths.
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Opinion | Why We May Soon Use Ozempic to Treat Addiction

GLP-1 receptor agonists may help treat addiction-related issues such as obesity and substance use disorders, demonstrating positive effects on cravings and overdose risks.

Alcohol is dangerous. So is 'alcoholic.' - Harvard Gazette

Stigmatizing language around addiction can prevent patients from receiving proper medical care and can ultimately lead to tragic consequences.
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Guide-Me: What Is Supportive-Expressive Therapy?

Supportive-expressive therapy is effective for treating substance use disorders.
It helps individuals achieve self-control and self-understanding.

Journalists Recovery Network was built to let people 'know that they aren't alone' - Poynter

Journalist Taylor Six's project shifted from destigmatizing language about substance use to supporting journalists in recovery, emphasizing the importance of balancing professional identity and personal struggles.

Guide-Me: What Is Supportive-Expressive Therapy?

Supportive-expressive therapy is effective for treating substance use disorders.
It helps individuals achieve self-control and self-understanding.

Journalists Recovery Network was built to let people 'know that they aren't alone' - Poynter

Journalist Taylor Six's project shifted from destigmatizing language about substance use to supporting journalists in recovery, emphasizing the importance of balancing professional identity and personal struggles.
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Your guide to Proposition 1: Newsom's overhaul of California's mental health system

Proposition 1 aims to address California's homelessness and mental health crisis.
The measure asks voters to approve changes to the Mental Health Services Act and a $6.4-billion bond for new treatment facilities.
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