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New Study: Rates of Opioid Use in Pregnancy Have More Than Doubled

by Alex Watkins ONeill | Feb 3, 2026 | Content

New research from Oregon Health & Science University found that the rate of opioid use during pregnancy has risen two-fold over the past decade. The study, published today in the Journal of Addiction Medicine, also identified significantly increased risks of...

10 Key Breakthroughs: Recent Studies Advancing Our Understanding of Addiction and Treatment

by Alex Watkins ONeill | Jan 26, 2026 | Content

An Addiction Policy Forum roundup summarizes 10 recent scientific developments reshaping our understanding of substance use disorders. Advances include promising work with GLP-1 agonists and neuromodulation, evidence that contingency management reduces mortality for...

New Resource: County-Level North Carolina State Unintentional Drug Overdose Reporting System (NC SUDORS) Overdose Data Fact Sheets

by Alex Watkins ONeill | Jan 20, 2026 | Content

A new NC-SUDORS factsheet is available with aggregate data by county or congressional district. The two-page fact sheet gives an overview of overdose in the specified region over the past five year. It includes rates, demographics, and NC-SUDORS circumstance data such...

January Is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month

by Alex Watkins ONeill | Jan 13, 2026 | Content

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Month, observed each January, highlights the importance of treatment and recovery by supporting: Individuals who are considering or seeking help for substance use Practitioners who treat—or are interested in treating—substance...

Supporting Mental Health for Asian American and Pacific Islander Older Adults and Caregivers

by Alex Watkins ONeill | Jan 8, 2026 | Content

After the holidays, many Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) older adults and their caregivers continue to navigate a mix of connection and quiet strain. While cultural traditions and family time can be deeply meaningful, this period can also heighten feelings...
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