Treatment

The range of medical, psychological, and social services designed to help individuals reduce or stop substance use and manage substance use disorders. Treatment may include assessment, counselling and behavioural therapies, medication-assisted treatment, withdrawal management, and support for co-occurring mental or physical health conditions. Effective treatment is typically person-centred and evidence-informed, and may be provided in outpatient, community, or residential settings. Treatment aims to improve health and functioning, reduce substance-related harms, and support individuals in moving toward recovery and long-term wellbeing. 

2026 Working with Addictions Summit

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Online

Mental Health Academy (MHA) is collaborating with the ACA, CCPA, NAADAC, and NBCC to bring you one of the most important professional events of the year: the online 2026 Working with Addictions Summit.

Stigma, Substance Use, and the Struggle to Access Rehab

Report
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Phoenix Futures provide a wide range of harm reduction, treatment and advocacy services. We have a keen interest, and long history, in addressing stigma and on behalf of the Anti-Stigma Network we seek to broader anti-stigma movement. In...

Understanding The Role of Toxic Shame in Substance Use Disorders

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Online

What happens when shame becomes chronic or toxic? Individuals with substance use disorders are presenting with unconscious, untreated toxic shame, yet this subject is underacknowledged in addiction treatment and the wider field. When we understand the role of shame in addiction, we see the need for wrap-around care, systemic and depth approaches - and why we need to include children and family members in treatment. 

4th International Conference on Neuroscience and Mental Health

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Kuala Lampur
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Malaysia

Following the resounding success of our previous editions, including the recent gathering in Dubai, it is with great pleasure and anticipation that we welcome you all to join our 4th International Conference on Neuroscience and Mental Health, to be held on May 14–15, 2026, in the dynamic city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

12th Annual Addiction Leadership Conference (ALC)

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California
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United States

LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY

Get prepared by CCAPP’s Governmental Affairs team on innovative ways to speak with your representative in person.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

CEOs, executives, and directors will gain a comprehensive understanding about admissions and marketing.

International Cannabinoid Research Society Symposium

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Dijon
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France

The International Cannabinoid Research Society is delighted to announce that our 36th annual ICRS Symposium will be held from June 28-July 2 – in Dijon, France. The Symposium will open with a welcome reception on June 28 and close on the evening of July 2, with a departure date on July 3.