Research published in high-quality peer-reviewed journals reveals key information on the realities of addiction, exposing pervasive myths and misconceptions, as in these examples. False Belief 1: Drug ...

Over the past decade, North America embraced two disastrous public health movements: pediatric gender medicine and “harm reduction” for drug use. Though seemingly unrelated, these movements are ...

In June, while preparing for protests outside a drag story hour event, I received a call that would forever change my career trajectory. The call was from the mother of a client I had spoken with just ...

Finding the right therapist—especially one who truly understands the LGBTQ+ community, anxiety, or addiction—can feel overwhelming. I specialize in anxiety treatment, addiction recovery, ...

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 ...

Dr. Stephen Mairori (left), Board Chair and head of the Kenyan delegation during 2025 Commission on Narcotic Drugs in Vienna. Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to gender-sensitive drug policies, ...

Take a good look around any major urban area– and now, many rural spaces too– and you’ll see signs of drug abuse and addiction. The Baltimore City Department of Health reports that “In 2023, Baltimore ...

25% of Americans (70 million people) admitted they use illicit drugs, according to the most recent National Survey on Drug Use. 48.7 million people nationwide struggle with substance abuse according ...

For the best experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser settings. Dr. Stephen Mairori (left), Board Chair and head of the Kenyan delegation during 2025 ...