Excerpt John Makohen challenges the cultural blind spots around alcohol use and explains why better education — not shame — is key.

Heather Proctor explains why trauma-informed care starts with asking “What happened to you?” instead of “What’s wrong with you?” She highlights the principles of safety, trust, collaboration, empowerment, and avoiding re-traumatization.

Belinda Morey explores how GLP-1 medications, long-acting implants, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and telehealth are reshaping addiction treatment in 2026. By targeting the biology of cravings and increasing consistency and accessibility, these innovations are offering new hope for sustainable recovery — while reinforcing that medication and technology work best when paired with therapy, support, and daily commitment.