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Futures publishes content to provide perspectives on issues related to addiction and mental health. Topics generally include commentary on addiction research and studies, explanation of psychotherapies and treatment approaches, useful information for people in recovery and their loved ones, and other content of interest to people interested in maintaining good mental and physical health.

3 Types of Therapy Used in Substance Abuse Treatment

There are different types of therapy used in the treatment of individuals with a substance use disorder (SUD). The best therapies for substance abuse treatment are those that are evidence-based....

How to Practice Gratitude in Recovery (and why it matters)

Gratitude and being grateful are terms heard often in recovery. Developing an attitude of gratitude comes easily for some and for others takes some practice and habit-building. However, no matter...

3 Legal but Dangerous Drugs Teens Are Using

Teenagers and young adults are the future of our nation. Today’s teens and young adults face new and unprecedented challenges as well as stressors. Turning to both legal and illegal...

Traumatic Brain Injury and Mental Health: What You Need to Know

Brain injuries can occur to anyone at any time. There are multiple causes of brain injuries; from sports accidents and motor vehicle accidents to falls and strokes. No matter what...

September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day

World Suicide Prevention Day is held each year on September 10 in an effort to promote awareness about suicide. This international day of awareness has been celebrated each year since...

Celebrating National Recovery Month

Recovery from alcohol and drug addiction is possible. Today, there are about 23 million Americans in long-term recovery according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). September...

September is Pain Awareness Month

September is Pain Awareness Month. Pain is defined as physical discomfort or suffering caused by illness or injury. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) reports that about 100 million...

Unresolved Grief and Addiction: Break Free from the Pain

Sadness, loss, pain, and grief—they are parts of life. Everyone experiences these at some point in their lives to one degree or another. Grief can occur for various reasons and...

Celebrating Women’s Equality Day: Meet Two Inspiring Sober Women

Women’s Equality Day has been celebrated on August 26 of each year since 1972. This nationally recognized day is set aside to commemorate the passage of the 19th Amendment in...