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Hands in handcuffs hold a glass of amber liquid, highlighting the struggle against addiction.

Hands in handcuffs hold a glass of amber liquid, highlighting the struggle against addiction.

Is Substance Use Disorder an Illness? Is Abuse a Crime? Part II

Part II of Lisa’s family story... a clear, compassionate explanation of why addiction is a chronic medical illness, not a moral failing.

Dec 19, 20257 min read

Heart-shaped bowl with tomatoes, avocado, and dried apricots on gray background. Nearby are dumbbells, a water bottle, and sneakers.

Heart-shaped bowl with tomatoes, avocado, and dried apricots on gray background. Nearby are dumbbells, a water bottle, and sneakers.

Are You In Long-Term SUD Recovery?

Ranaier Walker shares his 15‑year journey with addiction and the rebuilding of his identity through fitness, nutrition, and consistent daily habits.

Dec 19, 20256 min read

Word cloud featuring "Trauma-Informed Care" prominently, surrounded by related terms like safety, empathy, healing, and mental health in varied colors.

Word cloud featuring "Trauma-Informed Care" prominently, surrounded by related terms like safety, empathy, healing, and mental health in varied colors.

Breaking the Cycle: How Trauma-Informed Care Can Revolutionize SUD Treatment

Author of the Month December 8, 2025 Katherine Reynolds, Author & Wayfinder Recovery Coaching Tom O'Connor, Publisher Author Katherine Reynolds is a Certified Trauma-Informed Mental Health & Substance Use Recovery Coach as well as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor . She is the founder of Wayfinder Recovery Coaching ( https://www.way-finder-recovery.com/ ). According to Katherine Reynolds: Traditional Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment often falls short in achieving long-te

Katherine Reynolds

Dec 5, 20255 min read

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