Substance Use

Integration of Substance Abuse Treatment and Domestic Violence Intervention Programs Challenges Providers ~ Columbia News Video Forum, Columbia University – traditionally, social service organizations have been unable or unwilling to confront the dual reality of substance abuse and domestic violence. A shelter is often unable to treat patients who engage in high-risk behaviors, and substance abuse programs cannot provide the proper intervention and safe haven that abuse victims need. A School of Social Work forum recently brought together researchers, clinicians, therapists and administrators to explore integrated practice models that combine substance abuse treatment with services for victims of domestic violence, New York, NY.

It Won't Happen to Me: Alcohol Abuse and Violence Against Women, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration – an online course for victims and their families and friends, Washington, DC.

National Recovery Month, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration – aims to promote the societal benefits of alcohol and drug use disorder treatment, laud the contributions of treatment providers and promote the message that recovery from alcohol and drug use disorders in all its forms is possible, Washington, DC.

The Rebecca Project for Human Rights – a legal and advocacy organization for poor and low-income families struggling with the intersecting issues of economic marginality, substance abuse, access to family-oriented treatment, and the criminal justice system, Washington, DC.

Recovery Connection® – a comprehensive website dedicated to helping people, or their loved ones in need of help with detox, drug addiction or alcoholism find treatment. Recovery Connection® provides a free 24/7 national helpline. Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Guides.