Mental health and alcohol abuse: Is there a connection?
During the month of May, Gateway Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centers, Mental Health America and countless other organizations across the country are bringing awareness to mental health. Mental Health...
View ArticleCEU Webinar to Increase Understanding of the Relationship between Trauma and...
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, Gateway Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centers will offer a free continuing education (CEU) webinar for healthcare professionals. The webinar, “Dual...
View ArticleCo-Occurring Disorders: The Chicken or the Egg?
Known as a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder, substance abuse and mental health issues frequently occur together. In fact, 80% of individuals with addiction issues have a co-occurring mental...
View ArticlePrince’s Death Puts Opioid Fentanyl Overdose under Spotlight
According to a Minnesota medical examiner report, musician Prince passed away after a self-administered dose of fentanyl. (Forbes, 2016) It is not clear whether Prince habitually used fentanyl or other...
View ArticleDangers of Prescription Drug Abuse Highlighted During National Safety Month
As part of National Safety Month in June, families are encouraged to learn about the dangers of prescription drug abuse—along with how these drugs are obtained. “Prescription drug abuse often starts...
View ArticleJuly is Purposeful Parenting Month
Purposeful parenting is being an active, engaged parent who strives to give their child the best life possible. Purposeful parenting is also about building strong, positive, functional families and...
View ArticleShame, Stigma, and Addiction
Individuals struggling with substance abuse may often feel a sense of shame or stigma and find that it is easier to lie and hide rather than seek treatment. However, more prevalent coverage of...
View ArticleTalking to Teens about “Back to School” Alcohol and Drug Use
As students return to school, it is important for parents to be mindful of their teens’ habits. Alcohol and drug abuse can easily become a problem in your child’s life, especially with the added...
View ArticleCEU Webinar to Increase Understanding of Current Drug Trends and Treatment...
In honor of National Recovery Month in September, Gateway Alcohol & Drug Treatment Centers will offer a free continuing education (CEU) webinar for healthcare professionals. The webinar, “Fentanyl,...
View ArticleSafe Passage Program Hosts Recognition and Celebration Event
On September 1, 2015, the Dixon Police Department in northwest Illinois launched the Safe Passage Program to help people addicted to opiates receive the proper treatment to get their lives back on...
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