Substance Use

The Alarming Rise in Alcohol-Related Deaths: A Focus on Women and the Continued Need for Action

In a revealing new study by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), a troubling trend has emerged—rates of alcohol-related deaths in the United States have nearly...

LifeStance Health Under Fire: Former Employees Claim Payment Arrangements Violate Labor Laws

LifeStance Health Group, a prominent player in the outpatient mental health space, is facing legal challenges from former...

The Role of Outcomes Data in Shaping the Future of SUD Treatment

Outcomes data has been positioned as both the key to value-based care and the most effective leverage for...

The Hidden Battle: Understanding Online Gaming Disorder in a Digital Age

The Rise of Gaming Addiction and Its Impact on Mental Health Online gaming has become a global phenomenon, offering...

Healthcare Leaders Take on New Roles in Behavioral Health and Addiction Treatment Leadership

In recent weeks, several key organizations within the behavioral health and addiction treatment sectors have made important leadership...
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The Launch of FindTreatment.gov: A Landmark Step in Addressing the U.S. Opioid Epidemic

In an ongoing effort to combat the nation’s devastating opioid crisis, the Trump administration recently launched a new and vital resource: FindTreatment.gov, a website...

Discovery Behavioral Health Acquires New Life Addiction Counseling & Mental Health Services to Expand Reach in the Northeast

In a move that strengthens its national footprint, Los Angeles-based Discovery Behavioral Health has announced the acquisition of New Life Addiction Counseling & Mental...

The Buprenorphine Practitioner Locator: A Flawed Tool in the Fight Against Opioid Use Disorder

Opioid use disorder (OUD) remains one of the most significant public health crises in the United States, with the opioid epidemic claiming the lives...

The Dark Side of Addiction Treatment: A Closer Look at the $175 Million Billing Scheme and Fraud in the Industry

The addiction treatment industry is a critical part of the nation’s healthcare landscape, providing care to those struggling with substance abuse. However, the industry...

The Opioid Epidemic: A Complex Battle and New Insights on Prescribing Practices

In 2017, President Donald Trump declared the opioid epidemic a “public health emergency,” drawing national attention to a crisis that had been growing for...

Innovative Approaches to Behavioral Health and Addiction Treatment: How Insurers Are Stepping Up

The opioid epidemic continues to devastate communities across the United States, claiming the lives of more than 130 people daily, according to the Centers...
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