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Explore our blog for insights on substance use disorders, prevention initiatives, and market trends, plus inspiring stories in our ‘Real Stories. Real Impact.’ series featuring behavioral health professionals and ”Voices of Recovery‘ series amplifying the voices of those we serve.
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Bridging the Gap: Reaching the 98% Without Access to Evidence-Based Substance Use Disorder Treatment
December 16, 2025
A 2025 study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry revealed something remarkable: veterans with stimulant use disorder who received recovery incentive programs had a 41% lower likelihood of dying compared to those who received standard care. The research, which…
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Maximizing TOR Investments: How Digital Tools Can Transform Substance Use Care in Tribal Communities
December 5, 2025
The substance use disorder crisis affecting American Indian and Alaska Native (AIAN) communities represents one of the most urgent public health challenges facing our nation. Tribal health leaders face the dual challenge of addressing unprecedented rates of substance misuse while…
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Contingency Management Myths vs. Facts
December 3, 2025
Despite decades of research proving contingency management (CM) as one of the most effective treatments for substance use disorder, misconceptions persist. Here’s what the evidence actually shows. Myth: Contingency management does not work. The Facts: A 2018 network meta-analysis of…
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Choosing Digital Tools That Actually Drive Lifetime Value in SUD Treatment
December 2, 2025
The business case for lifetime value in SUD treatment is straightforward: sustained engagement produces better patient outcomes, higher provider revenue, and significant cost savings. But delivering on that promise requires the proper infrastructure – one that maintains continuous connection, coordinates…
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Finding Community in Recovery: Flower1979’s Story
November 24, 2025
For Flower1979, the start of the Covid pandemic in 2020 and the reality that her addiction had become unmanageable hit at the same time. She was at her lowest point, struggling with the fentanyl-related deaths of several people who had…
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Maternal Opioid Use Disorder: The Case for Comprehensive, Digitally-Enhanced Care
October 24, 2025
The intersection of pregnancy and substance use disorder represents one of healthcare’s most complex challenges, requiring specialized care that addresses both maternal and infant health. Recent data reveals the growing scope of this crisis and underscores the urgent need for comprehensive, evidence-based support systems.
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The Business Case for Reducing Mental Health and SUD Stigma
September 26, 2025
The cost of mental health stigma creates a cascading effect that touches every aspect of society and must be addressed.
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Breaking Down Barriers: Addressing Inequities in SUD Prevention and Treatment
September 26, 2025
While inadequate health insurance remains a primary driver of treatment gaps, numerous additional barriers contribute to the persistent inequities in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, particularly among BIPOC communities. Understanding and addressing these multifaceted obstacles is essential for creating a…
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Leveraging Digital Tools to Build & Retain Census
September 4, 2025
Healthcare providers face an unprecedented crisis. In 2024, 122 million Americans lived in Health Professional Shortage Areas, while HRSA projects a shortage of more than 113,000 addiction counselors in the U.S. by 2037. Faced with these challenges, healthcare providers are…
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Health Plan Improves Care with Digital SUD Support Solution
August 29, 2025
Case managers and peer support staff working in the health insurance industry assist clients with a wide range of conditions and chronic diseases in navigating the complexities of the healthcare system. About 60% of adults in the U.S. have at…
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Breaking the Isolation Trap: How CG Stays Connected in Recovery
August 22, 2025
As his children got older, CG found himself drawn back to drinking and drugs, habits he’d started as a teenager. He’d taken a bit of a break while his kids were young, but as they needed him less, he went…
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Beyond Office Hours: How Digital Tools Extended Mech’s Outpatient Recovery
August 21, 2025
Like many people, Mech first experimented with drugs and alcohol as a teenager in high school. From the start, he struggled with moderation, which led to serious addiction issues—cocaine, crack, and meth—as the decades passed. After using for a long…
