What Makes Stimulant Misuse So Risky?
Stimulants are a class of drugs that increase activity in the brain and body. They can boost alertness and attention, but they can also harm one's health. Some stimulants can be prescribed and safely monitored by a doctor, but others, including cocaine and methamphetamine, are illegal and carry serious risks. ...
Boomerang Employee Spotlight: Christian Kelley
Not every career path is linear. For some professionals, growth means exploring new roles or new organizations altogether. But occasionally, that journey leads them back to where they started, coming back with a new perspective. That’s the case for Christian Kelley, Executive Director of Compliance at Spectrum Health Systems. After ...
Pride Month: How Affirming Support Strengthens Addiction Recovery
Pride Month is a time for celebration and an opportunity to recognize the importance of belonging, especially for LGBTQ+ individuals navigating substance use disorder or mental health challenges. Addiction recovery is about rebuilding trust, connection, and a sense of self. For LGBTQ+ individuals, that journey can feel especially meaningful when ...
Board Member Spotlight: Brian Garrity
For Brian Garrity, a long-standing career in commercial finance law has been defined by consistency and a sharp eye for detail, qualities that have also shaped his approach to board service. Brian began his legal career in Hartford, Connecticut, before joining the law firm Ruberto, Israel, & Weiner in Boston ...
Lessons from the Frontlines: Prioritizing Rest and PTO
Healthcare workers are no strangers to pushing through exhaustion. Long shifts and a deep sense of responsibility make it difficult to step away, even when rest is clearly needed. But over time, working through that exhaustion can impact individual wellbeing, patient care, team dynamics, and overall safety. Prioritizing rest and ...
Alcohol Awareness Month 2026
Each April, the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence leads Alcohol Awareness Month, a nationwide effort to increase understanding of alcohol use disorder (AUD) and reduce the stigma that can prevent people from seeking help. Beginning in 1987, Alcohol Awareness Month is an opportunity to have honest conversations about ...
National Social Worker Month
Each March, National Social Worker Month recognizes the professionals who dedicate their careers to helping individuals, families, and communities navigate life’s most complex challenges. In the field of behavioral health and addiction treatment, social workers play a vital role, helping individuals move toward stability and long-term recovery. Substance use disorder ...
Client Recovery Spotlight: Russ Golden
For much of his life, Russ Golden believed he had everything under control. From the outside, he looked like someone who had built a stable life. He worked in the corporate world and maintained the appearance of success. But behind the scenes, substance misuse had been part of his life ...
Why Joy Without Substances Feels Uncomfortable at First
For many entering addiction recovery, activities that are supposed to feel enjoyable, like socializing with others, relaxing, or even picking up a hobby, can initially feel flat or uncomfortable. This experience is common in early recovery, and it can lead to questioning whether life without substances will ever feel fulfilling ...
Why Internship Programs are Critical to the Future of Addiction Treatment
Across behavioral health, organizations face mounting workforce pressures. Graduate school enrollment in behavioral health disciplines has dipped in recent years, driven by the rising cost of advanced education. At the same time, more treatment programs are opening, increasing competition for a limited talent pool. If addiction treatment providers want a ...
