How Do Opioids Affect the Developing Brain? Opioids bind to receptors in the brain and body to relieve pain. They also affect the brain’s reward […]

New substances continue to emerge in the illicit drug supply, creating challenges for public health officials, healthcare professionals, and communities. One group receiving increased attention […]

When we talk about substance use disorder (SUD), it is easy to wonder why some people develop problems with substances while others do not. One […]

Every overdose is a reminder of how important it is to have the knowledge, resources, and support needed to save lives. In Minnesota, Steve’s Law […]

Mental health can affect anyone, including students and young people. Sometimes you may notice that a friend, classmate, teammate, or someone you care about just […]

Summer is officially over, and everyone is getting ready to head back to school. I know that school can be stressful, hard, and overwhelming at […]

September is Recovery Month, a time to recognize the millions of people living in recovery from substance use and other challenges, while reminding our communities […]

This year, we are excited to welcome four new team members to our team: Wes, Taylor, Redick, and Ray. We are grateful to have new […]

Hayden Panettiere was open about her struggles with addiction and mental health. She shared parts of her story publicly and helped bring important conversations about […]