Summary: The answer to that question is yes, overall, among adults in the U.S., people are drinking less alcohol since COVID. However, some demographic groups report alcohol consumption remains above pre-COVID levels, which increases risk of alcohol addiction and harm caused by alcohol use. Key Points: During the pandemic, drinking alcohol increased among all adult […]
Monthly Archives: October 2026
Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Addiction, Drug Addiction
What is National Substance Use and Misuse Prevention Month?
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Summary: National Substance Use and Misuse Prevention Month, supported by National Institutes of Health (NIH) occurs every year during the month of October to increase public knowledge about addiction prevention. Key Points: The goal of this month is to raise awareness about the proactive prevention of substance use and misuse among young adults and adults […]
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Summary: No, while kratom may temporarily reduce the severity of some symptoms of opioid withdrawal, kratom does not help addiction recovery. Key Points: Kratom is not an illegal substance, but the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) identifies it as a drug and chemical of concern. Kratom is available over the counter in gas stations and […]
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Summary: The reason most parents are afraid of sending their adult child to addiction rehab is a combination of emotions that revolve around fear of the unknown. Key Points: If your adult child has an alcohol or drug addiction problem, lives at home, and needs addiction treatment, you may be surprised by the emotions you […]
