National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week® (NDAFW) is an annual event dedicated to educating young people about substance use and addiction. Hosted by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), this initiative provides real, science-based information to help teens make informed decisions about drugs, alcohol, and their health.

In 2025, NDAFW takes place from March 17 to 23, making it the perfect opportunity to start conversations, raise awareness, and break down myths about substance use.

For many people seeking recovery, detox is the first step—but it’s also the one that often feels the most intimidating. The thought of going through withdrawal can bring up fear, uncertainty, and a lot of questions:

Will detox be painful?
How long will withdrawal last?
What happens after detox is over?

Alcohol dependency, also known as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a chronic, relapsing illness characterized by uncontrolled drinking and preoccupation with alcohol. It leads to physical and mental addiction, often with serious consequences. If you or a loved one is struggling with alcohol dependency, it is important to seek professional support to overcome the addiction.  

Recovery Centers of America proudly offers effective, comprehensive treatment options for alcohol dependency. Call 833-926-5486 today for information about our alcohol addiction treatment program and how we can help. 

Imagine if addiction treatment could be as targeted and personalized as cancer care. What if we could predict who is most at risk based on genetics? What if we could tailor interventions to rewire brain circuits responsible for cravings? These are real possibilities emerging from addiction neuroscience.

The latest research, summarized below, is shedding light on how substance use disorders take hold in the brain, why some individuals are more vulnerable than others, and how new treatments could disrupt addiction patterns at the neurological level. For addiction professionals, these insights aren’t just fascinating—they’re game changers. Here’s what you need to know and how to apply it in treatment.

Is your loved one in recovery from substance use disorder? Healing your family in the process means mending the bonds, embracing each other’s flaws, and growing stronger in the shared journey of recovery. Here are six tips to help you as a family begin healing together: