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The Power of PFL: How Person-First Language Changes Clinical Outcomes and Reduces Stigma
The vocabulary we use to discuss problematic substance use often carries a heavy, unintended legacy. For many, terms like “addict,” “junkie,” or using words like “clean/dirty” to describe drug tests are simply habits—language that comes from a time when problematic substance use was misunderstood and seen as a moral failing, not a chronic health condition. This casual use of outdated terminology, while often unintentional, creates massive hurdles for people seeking help, maki
Beyond Naloxone: Why Rescue Breathing Saves Lives in Opioid Overdoses
When someone witnesses an opioid overdose, the first thought is often to reach for naloxone. This life-saving medication has rightfully...


Why Wisconsin Needs to Rethink Its Approach to Methadone Treatment
Imagine a patient who hasn't missed a single day at the methadone clinic in two years. Every morning at 6 AM, she makes the 90-minute...
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