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Is Harlan, Kentucky, the Cradle of Recovery?

Opioid addiction settlement funds have transformed Harlan, Kentucky, from the OxyContin capital of the south into the cradle of recovery.

A 360-Degree View of Addiction Recovery

The Pew Fund for Health and Human Services takes a multi-disciplinary approach to addiction recovery in Philadelphia.

Cornell Professor Reports Progress on Vaccine for Cocaine Addiction

At a conference in New Orleans, Dr. Stephen M. Kaminsky reported positive results from a phase 2 trial on a vaccine for cocaine addiction.

Massive Medicaid Study Reveals Problems With Addiction Treatment

A study of all Medicaid claims shows almost no transition from overdose to addiction treatment.

Chatbots and Psychological Resilience

A pair of studies from China demonstrate that chatbots are effective at improving psychological resilience.

Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy Helping With Addiction Recovery

Equine-assisted psychotherapy teaches compassion through a care relationship with horses.