Awareness and Stigma

Why Some States Are Banning Kratom

Learn why states are banning kratom, what Tennessee’s new law means and what you should know about kratom risks, dependence and withdrawal.

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Addictions

How has stigma affected people’s willingness to seek care?

Stigma and seeking addiction treatment are closely linked. Learn how stigma affects care and what helps people feel comfortable seeking help.

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Awareness and Stigma

Celebrating National Recovery Month

Celebrate the power of recovery, treatment and support. Learn more about National Recovery Month, its impact and ways you can get involved.

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Addictions

Breaking the Stigma of Addiction and Recovery

Discover how stigma impacts addiction treatment and recovery. Learn practical ways we can all help build a more supportive, compassionate community.

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Awareness and Stigma

7 Common Myths about Medication-Assisted Treatment

Common myths about MAT can keep people from getting help. Learn the facts about medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder.

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Awareness and Stigma

Celebrating National Nurses Week

National Nurses Week is a time to thank the nurses who change lives. Learn why this celebration matters and how it honors their impact.

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Addictions

International Overdose Awareness Day: Understanding and Preventing Overdose

Overdose is preventable. Learn more about International Overdose Awareness Day, the signs of overdose, and how to take action to save a life.

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Awareness and Stigma

Debunking Five Myths About Opioid Treatment

At BHG, we are committed to removing barriers to treatment and helping individuals on their path to recovery.

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Addictions

Treatment vs. Recovery: Reframing what Real Recovery from Opioid Addiction Looks Like

To achieve real recovery, we need to change how we define goals in treatment and we need to see Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) from the patient’s perspective.

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Awareness and Stigma

Three Simple Habits to Support Addiction Recovery

Routines and healthy habits to establish early in your recovery that will greatly reduce the friction you may experience over the course of your treatment.