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Resources To Help You Reach Your Recovery Goals
How to get involved in recovery advocacy
Written by Tina Pettingill, MPH, Groups Recover Together’s Director of Government Affairs Your voice has power. Advocacy is fueled by the millions of voices of people from the recovery community and their allies. For many people impacted by the opioid overdose epidemic, advocacy is a way to channel their loss or pain to help others.
What is opioid use disorder? Signs and treatment options
Do you struggle with pills, fentanyl, heroin, or other opioids? Learn about opioid use disorder signs and treatment. Opioid use disorder (OUD) is a common substance use disorder. In the U.S., around 2.7 million people have OUD. When using opioids, there’s always some risk of overdose. Knowing how to reduce the risk of overdose and
Supporting a loved one through opioid addiction and recovery
If someone you love is in recovery, here’s how to support them and leave space for self-care. If someone you love is recovering from opioid addiction, it’s understandable to have questions. How can you best support them? What do you need to know about their experience? Are there ways for you to feel supported, too?
Tips and strategies for dealing with opioid withdrawal symptoms
Find out what you need to know about opioid withdrawal and get advice for managing symptoms. One of the most stressful parts about deciding to quit drugs is withdrawal. You know it can be almost unbearable if you’ve gone through it before. The support of providers can help. You’ll get access to the medicine and
How to talk to friends and family about opioid use disorder (OUD) and treatment
Talking about opioid use disorder and treatment can be tough. Our experts are here to help. When you make a big decision like starting treatment, it’s natural to want to share that with loved ones. There may be people you need to tell because they’ll drive you to group meetings. You may be on a
What is Narcan (naloxone) and how can you get it?
How to spot signs of a possible opioid overdose, use Narcan, and get it for free. Narcan is one of the best tools we have for preventing opioid overdoses. If you or a loved one is at risk of opioid overdose, keeping Narcan on hand can save someone’s life. Here’s what you need to know
