AMA Says Overdose Crisis Is Becoming More Complex Even as Deaths Decline
Recent declines in U.S. overdose deaths offer a rare sign of progress in a public health crisis that has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives. But according to a new January 2026 report from the American Medical Association (AMA), the nation’s overdose epidemic is evolving faster in ways that require the healthcare system to adapt […]
One Conversation Can Change Everything: What the Rise of Single-Session Therapy Means for Addiction and Mental Health Treatment
A growing body of research suggests that meaningful change can begin much sooner than many people realize. According to a recent Associated Press report, experts say a single therapy session can help people feel more hopeful, more empowered and better equipped to tackle a specific challenge. While a single session is not intended to replace […]
Healthy Aging and Recovery: What Super Agers Teach Us About Longevity
The anti-aging industry promises everything from miracle supplements to cutting-edge therapies designed to extend life. But according to physician-scientist Dr. Eric Topol, the real science of longevity is far less glamorous — and far more achievable. In a recent NPR feature, Topol highlighted a troubling reality: the average American health span is only 64 years, […]
Healthy Aging and Recovery: What Super Agers Teach Us About Longevity
The anti-aging industry promises everything from miracle supplements to cutting-edge therapies designed to extend life. But according to physician-scientist Dr. Eric Topol, the real science of longevity is far less glamorous — and far more achievable. In a recent NPR feature, Topol highlighted a troubling reality: the average American health span is only 64 years, […]
Overdose Deaths Are Falling, But a ‘Synthetic Soup’ of New Street Drugs Is Rewriting the Crisis
For the first time in decades, the United States is experiencing a sustained decline in overdose deaths. According to provisional CDC data, the country recorded an estimated 70,231 overdose deaths in the 12 months ending November 2025 — a nearly 16% decline from the previous year. The encouraging trend marks one of the longest sustained […]
The Overdose Crisis Is Changing- and America’s Treatment System Is Struggling to Keep Up
Deaths are falling, but the epidemic is becoming more complex After years of relentless increases, new data suggests the United States may finally be seeing progress in the overdose crisis. Yet experts warn that the improvement masks a dangerous reality: the epidemic is evolving faster than the systems designed to respond to it. According to […]
Weight-Loss Drug Ozempic Shows Unexpected Promise for Addiction Treatment
A medication best known for helping people lose weight may soon reshape addiction treatment. New research published in the journal Addiction and reported by NPR found that people with alcohol use disorder who were prescribed semaglutide- sold under brand names Ozempic and Wegovy- had 50% lower rates of binge drinking. Among people with opioid use […]
What’s Happening With Addiction Treatment Coverage in 2026
Over the past year, significant federal policy shifts have created new challenges for addiction treatment access, leaving both patients and providers grappling with uncertainty. From federal changes in enforcement of key mental health parity rules to sweeping budget law impacts on Medicaid, the current environment has the potential to worsen an already fragile system of […]
As Therapy Costs Rise, Americans Turn to AI for Mental Health — But Experts Warn of Risks
Americans are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots like ChatGPT for emotional support, companionship and even self-guided “therapy.” With OpenAI reporting more than 700 million weekly users and over 10 million paying subscribers, digital conversations with machines have become a mainstream part of daily life. For many, these tools fill a gap left by […]
New Year’s Resolution Reality Check: Why Sustainable Wellness and Recovery Require Realistic Goals, Not Perfection
Every January, millions of Americans pledge to reinvent themselves — to eat better, move more, drink less, meditate daily and somehow become entirely new people overnight. But as 2026 begins, experts say that the “all-or-nothing” mentality driving these wellness resolutions is exactly what makes them fail. According to a recent Associated Press report, evidence-based habits […]
