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Myths and Facts About Addiction Recovery

We take issue with eight facts about addiction recovery published by the University of Michigan.

Behavioral Addictions vs. Substance Addictions: What’s the Difference?

Research increasingly indicates that substance use disorders are actually behavioral disorders.

LifeSkills Training Has a Positive Track Record for Helping Kids Resist Drugs

LifeSkills Training is a school program that has shown excellent long-term results in helping kids resist drugs.

Parent-Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT) Increases Resilience in Children

A new randomized, controlled trial of Parent-Child Interactive Therapy (PICT) for toddlers shows significant results in improving resilience in children.

Using Storytelling to Build Resilience in Children

A systematic review of the use of storytelling to build resilience in children finds substantial agreement using a variety of measures.

Bullying and Substance Use Disorder

Studies show that the perpetrators of bullying are much more susceptible to substance abuse than the victims of bullying.