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AddictionJul 1, 2026
Annie Knight Reveals Fiancé's $30,000 Gambling Addiction Nearly Ended Their Relationship: 'I Thought I Was Going to Lose Everything'
Annie Knight has revealed one of the most difficult chapters of her relationship with fiancé Henry Brayshaw, admitting his gambling addiction nearly brought their romance to an end. The adult star ...
AddictionJun 30, 2026
Changing the Conversation: How Montgomery County ADAMHS Is Reminding Us that Stigma is "Out of Style"
Across the country, stigma remains one of the greatest barriers preventing people from seeking help for substance use disorders. In Montgomery County, Ohio, the Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMHS)…
AddictionJun 30, 2026
Understanding Addiction Stigma with Jessica Hulsey
Despite decades of research and growing public awareness about substance use disorders (SUDs), stigma continues to affect how people are treated, whether they seek help, and how communities respond to addiction. Stigma…
AddictionJun 30, 2026
Gambling Therapists in Oakville, ON
I provided support to individuals diagnosed with ADHD, substance use disorders, mental health disorders, concurrent disorders, compulsive gambling problems, pornography addiction, gaming addiction, ...
AddictionJun 29, 2026
Gambling, Gaming & Substance Addiction
Maybe it's the bet you swore would be the last one, the game you meant to close hours ago, or the drink that quietly became every ...
AddictionJun 29, 2026
Tobacco marketing and youth perceptions: connections between industry tactics and beliefs about harm and addiction among those under 21
Tobacco marketing shapes consumer perceptions, particularly among young people. Despite regulatory restrictions, subtle tactics may continue to mislead youth and young adults. This study examines how specific features in…
AddictionJun 27, 2026
Staff perceptions of care navigators in medication for opioid use disorder treatment settings
Background Care navigators are increasingly incorporated into medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) treatment programs to address barriers to care and support patient engagement and retention. Prior research has…
AddictionJun 27, 2026
Evaluating the effectiveness of substance use disorder treatment centers: a systematic review of international standards and outcomes
Substance Use Disorder represents a complex global public health challenge, yet the effectiveness of treatment centers remains debated due to lack of consensus on standardized international indicators and heterogeneity…
AddictionJun 26, 2026
Study: Gambling addiction rising in sports betting states
Diagnoses of gambling disorder have climbed sharply in states that legalized sports betting since the Supreme Court's 2018 ...
AddictionJun 26, 2026
The psychology behind gambling addiction and why the brain keeps chasing wins
It often seems like harmless fun. But beneath the flashing lights and promises of easy money lies a powerful psychological pull that can trap even the most cautious players.
AddictionJun 25, 2026
Bipartisan bill seeks to allow direct prescribing of methadone for opioid addiction
Lev’s reporting has explored Americans’ deadly hostility to addiction medications, subpar treatment offered in jails and ...
AddictionJun 24, 2026
Getting help for substance abuse addiction: Understanding alcohol and drug rehab and addiction treatment programs
Struggling with substance abuse can feel overwhelming, affecting your physical health, mental wellbeing, and relationships. The post Getting help for substance abuse addiction: Understanding alcohol ...
AddictionJun 23, 2026
In Memoriam: The Legacy of Sis Wenger
The Addiction Policy Forum community joins colleagues across the country in mourning the loss of Loretta "Sis" Wenger, a pioneering advocate whose life's work transformed support for children and families affected by…
AddictionJun 23, 2026
The holistic case for addiction treatment centers: Why wellness approaches are reshaping rehab
Addiction recovery is not only about stopping substance use. It also involves repairing health, rebuilding coping skills, and learning how to live without relying on drugs or alcohol for relief. The ...
AddictionJun 17, 2026
Betcha can’t eat just one: Addiction to ultraprocessed foods is real and increasing
What makes a food irresistible, even addictive? Is it the amount of fat? (Yum.) Refined carbs and extra sugar? (Double yum.
AddictionJun 15, 2026
Upcoming: Virtual Responding to Addiction Instructor Training- July 28, 2026
Tackle addiction stigma in your community by becoming a certified instructor. Become a Certified Responding to Addiction Instructor The Addiction Policy Forum (APF) is proud to offer a virtual instructor certification…
AddictionJun 15, 2026
Virtual Responding to Addiction Instructor Training- June 25, 2026
Tackle addiction stigma in your community by becoming a certified instructor. Become a Certified Responding to Addiction Instructor The Addiction Policy Forum (APF) is proud to have offered a virtual instructor…
AddictionJun 15, 2026
Treatment of Addiction
Every day, people embark on the road to recovery from addiction. Some choose—or are remanded by law enforcement—to do it with ...
AddictionJun 15, 2026
Department of Health and Human Services Issues Request for Information on Substance Use Research, Policy, Prevention, and Treatment
On June 10th, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published a Request for Information (RFI), seeking public comment on effective research, programs, policies, and new ideas to improve prevention, treatment…
AddictionJun 12, 2026
Summary of FY27 House Labor/HHS Appropriations Bill
On June 9th, the House Appropriations Committee marked up the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (Labor HHS) bill. The House Appropriations Committee voted 34 to 28 in favor of the bill…
AddictionJun 12, 2026
Addiction across substance use, gambling, and screen: a scoping review of coping strategies adopted by concerned significant others
A loved one’s addiction to substance use (alcohol or drugs), gambling, or screen use (e.g. gaming, social media) has significant impact on the quality of life of concerned significant others (CSOs), affecting various…
AddictionJun 11, 2026
Exploring chronic pain and other clinical characteristics in drug treatment court participants
Background Three out of four participants in Drug Treatment Courts (DTCs) present with co-occurring substance use disorders and mental health disorders (COD). Among individuals with COD outside criminal-legal settings…
AddictionJun 11, 2026
Pain assessment tools in patients with substance use disorders: a systematic scoping review
Background Chronic pain and substance use disorders (SUD) frequently co-occur and are associated with poorer treatment outcomes. The way pain is measured affects which patients are identified as having clinically…
AddictionJun 11, 2026
Therapeutic contact intensity as an adjunct to a cognitive behavioral smoking cessation app: protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Background Smoking cessation improves the health and well-being of people who smoke. It also benefits society, given the high economic and personal costs of smoking-related diseases. With the emergence of new digital…
AddictionJun 8, 2026
Digital Addiction Research
We study digital addiction (DA) as an emergent research area and explore the problematic usage of digital media described by ...
AddictionJun 4, 2026
Study shows dangerous associations between drug and alcohol use and adolescent mental health
Adolescents who use drugs or binge drink alcohol are more likely to experience psychological distress and have seriously thought ...
AddictionJun 2, 2026
[Webinar] Findings from Addiction Stigma in America: How Public Knowledge Shapes Attitudes Toward Recovery
This webinar explored findings from a nationally representative study examining addiction knowledge in the United States and how it shapes attitudes toward individuals in recovery and support for public health policies…
AddictionJun 2, 2026
Addiction Stigma in America: How Public Knowledge Shapes Attitudes Toward Recovery
The Addiction Policy Forum and Gallup released Addiction Stigma in America: How Public Knowledge Shapes Attitudes Toward Recovery, featuring findings from a nationally representative study examining Americans’ addiction…
AddictionJun 1, 2026
1 in 4 U.S. Adults Don’t Recognize Addiction as a Health Condition
New Addiction Policy Forum and Gallup Study Released Findings from a nationally representative study show that nearly 1 in 4 U.S. adults (23%) either disagree or do not know that addiction is a health condition…