LINKS TO INFORMATION
The sites listed here contain accurate information about addiction in general as well as opiates and heroin in particular. These sites may also provide resources, tools, literature and media articles of interest to anyone dealing with addiction or treatment and prevention initiatives. Mental Health and Recovery Board sites contain both general information and service provider listings. These information sites have been verified as of June 2022.
MENTAL HEALTH AND RECOVERY BOARDS AND PUBLIC HEALTH AGENCIES
THE C.A.R.A. ACT
cadca.org/comprehensive-addiction-and-recovery-act
HEALING COMMUNITIES STUDY
Scientists from the nation’s leading health agencies and four major academic institutions are partnering with communities in four states to test a set of interventions to combat the opioid crisis and reduce opioid overdose deaths by 40 percent over 3 years in participating communities. Stark County is actively participating through December 2023. This site provides information about the initiatives, connections to resources, general information about Opioid Use Disorder, and ways you can help. Outreach materials are available upon request.
healingcommunitiesstudy.org
NATIONAL INSTITUTE ON DRUG ABUSE
nida.nih.gov
OHIO MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES
1-877-275-6364
The OhioMHAS Consumer and Family Toll-Free Bridge (TFB) line provides referral and resource information for callers regarding addiction and mental health services, supports and organizations statewide. TFB staff members are peers who often work to help callers find the resources they need, learn about the referral process to access those resources
mha.ohio.gov
OHIO RX DISPOSAL
Resources for the prevention of prescription drug misuse and abuse including a statewide prescription drug disposal site locator and free drug disposal bags
ohiorxdisposal.com
ONE OHIO RECOVERY FOUNDATION
OneOhio is a state plan for local governments encompassing more than two-thirds of the state’s population to jointly approach settlement negotiations and litigation with the drug manufacturers and distributors of opioids. OneOhio provides a mechanism for the distribution of any opioid settlement funds and outlines how the funds can be used.
recoveryohio.gov/resources/oneohio
PROJECT PROACT1
Patient's Right to Opioid Alternatives - Conservative Treatment First
North Central Academy of Chiropractic's initiative to promote non-drug pain treatment and management options
ohiochiro.org/opioid-epidemic
RECOVERY OHIO
Recovery Ohio is an advisory and action initiative created by Governor DeWine to improve mental health and substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery support services in Ohio. The website contains news, information and resource links specific to the state of Ohio
recoveryohio.gov
Rx ABUSE LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE OF OHIO
RALI Ohio and its partners support a broad range of programs to address substance misuse, including prevention, treatment and recovery services. The initial focus is on providing tools to enable the safe disposal of unused prescription medicines and raising awareness of the signs of opioid misuse
ralioh.org
STARK COUNTY OPIOD AWARENESS DASHBOARD
Overdose data tracking and fatality review reports
starkhealth.org/government/offices/publichealth/nursingservices/overdoseprevention
STARK COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH & ADDICTION RECOVERY
starkmhar.org
STARK COUNTY OPIATE TASK FORCE
starkmhar.org/programs/coalitions/opiate-task-force
facebook.com/OpiateTaskForceStark
SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION
samhsa.gov
SURGEON GENERAL OF THE UNITED STATES
Facing Addiction in America: The Surgeon General's Spotlight on Opioids
addiction.surgeongeneral.gov
TAKE CHARGE OHIO
A website for patients, practitioners and the general public to promote and implement safer pain management and pain medication practices
takecharge.ohio.gov
EDUCATIONAL MEDIA PRESENTATIONS
ADDICTION POLICY FORUM
Excellent "Addiction A-Z" site featuring numerous video presentations on such addiction topics as drugs of abuse, addiction brain science, Naloxone administration, genetics and addiction, treatment and prevention.
addictionpolicy.org/blog/categories/video
ADDICTION 101
Dr. Nicole Labor's Keynote presentation at the 2018 Stark County Opiate Symposium gives a detailed explanation of why addiction is a disease and how it fits into the medical disease model
www.youtube.com
BEAT THE STIGMA
An initiative of the Ohio Opioid Education Alliance this site addresses stigmas about mental health and substance use disorders. Learn the facts about mental illness and addiction—and how you can help. Includes links to support and education resources as well as a "Beat the Stigma" question and answer game about Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders. The game provides instant feedback as to whether you’re wrong or right—and get a chance to review your responses and get more information about the correct answers at the end of the game.
beatthestigma.org
COVER2.ORG
On-line podcasts and educational information about addiction, treatment, recovery and alternatives to prescription opiates.
cover2.org
1 MILLION STRONG
A music industry initiative to unite artists, crews, staff, and fans as a community to destigmatize addiction, support recovery, and expand music culture to include sobriety. Objectives include creating exclusive and engaging sober experiences, encouraging conversations about sobriety. and offering recovery support through the Phoenix app and podcast which can be accessed from this site.
1millionstrong.com
ROCK AND RECOVERY RADIO
Meaningful music with positive messages of strength, hope and sobriety support for the recovery journey
rockandrecovery.com
HOPE DISCOVERED PODCAST
Individuals in recovery from addiction, trauma and mental illness provide a first-hand account of their journey. The podcast is powered by Commquest and serves to provide powerful perspectives on recovery that are both educational and inspirational.
Listen on iTunes | Spotify | Spreaker
Join the conversation
Twitter @HopeDiscoverPOD
Instagram @HopeDiscoveredPOD
spreaker.com/show/commquest-hope-happens-here
STOP THE STIGMA
Podcasts and short video explaining how addiction hijacks the survival center of the brain
stopstigma.org/programs
TOOL KITS, LITERATURE & ARTICLES FOR PARENTS, FAMILY MEMBERS, AND TEACHERS
addictionpolicy.org
Excellent comprehensive site with information, videos and printable materials about all aspects of addiction, treatment, harm reduction and recovery.
acls.net/drug-addict
Brief article with a few things that you can do to support someone who is in recent recovery
alternativetomeds.com/blog/teen-substance-abuse
Concise article that discusses teen substance use vs. abuse and addiction, commonly abused substances among teens, reasons and risk factors for substance abuse, signs of teen use and prevention and treatment strategies
caseyslaw.org
Information about how to get court ordered involuntary treatment (potentially at no cost) for your loved one's drug or alcohol addiction.
https://www.charlottesweb.com/resource-guide-for-parents
Comprehensive resource page with a wide variety of information, tips, tools and resource materials to guide parents and caregivers in discussing many types of addiction with children and youth in language that is easily understood.
*NOTE* Charlotte's Web is a CBD product retailer however this page provides links to articles and contains no product or sales information of any kind.
wavelengths.com/being-a-child-of-an-addicted-parent
This article focuses on topics such as how children assume parental roles in substance abuse households, how to talk to a parent about their use and self care tips. Brief explanations of addiction, stigma and treatment options are also included
HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT on-line program
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT SUBSTANCES OF ABUSE, ADDICTION & MENTAL HEALTH
Dual diagnosis is the term for a substance use disorder coupled with a mental health or behavioral disorder. This brief article discuss common mental health disorders linked to addiction including warnings signs, self-medication dangers and treatment considerations.
addictions.com/bipoc
BIPOC stands for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color and is is an umbrella term for people who identify as something other than white. This article provides addiction and mental health statistics as well as links to resources for these specific populations
addictiongroup.org
A fact-based resource center on alcohol and drug addiction and treatment. Learn more about causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
addictionguide.com
Information on addiction and the dangers of illicit substances, how drugs and alcohol affect the body, how to identify the signs and symptoms of abuse, and where to seek effective treatment. This is a very good comprehensive general information site for families and people in the recovery pprocess.
addictions.com/heroin
Risks, signs and symptoms, effects, side effects and treatment options for heroin addiction
addictionrehabtreatment.com/treatments/treatment-programs-and-therapies
Concise and comprehensive article which lists and explains a variety of treatment programs, addiction therapies and recovery support groups.
alcoholrehabhelp.org
Comprehensive general information about causes, symptoms, withdrawal, types of alcoholism and treatment options
inlanddetox.com/am-i-an-alcoholic-self-quiz
Brief concise article detailing the dangers of alcoholism, signs of alcoholism, types of drinking problems, withdrawal symptoms and an Alcoholic Self-Quiz
alcoholrehabguide.org/blog/alcohol-and-opioids
Information about the risks and treatment for the co-abuse of substances like alcohol and opioids
acls.net/effects-of-drugs
This site describes common drugs of abuse and their effects on the body in general and the cardiovascular system in particular
cnabuzz.com/substance-abuse-prevention-for-the-lgbtq-community
Information about the challenges and risk factors facing the LGBTQ population, drugs of abuse, co-occurring disorders, disparities in healthcare and treatment, and substance abuse prevention tips
drugrehabconnections.com/addiction/drugs/heroin
This page in particular has excellent information about the signs of heroin addiction. There is other addiction information available on the site as well
fiscaltiger.com/mental-health-and-addiction-recovery-resources
The guide explains a variety of mental health/substance abuse disorders and when to seek treatment. It also discusses how to pay for mental health or substance abuse services including information about insurance, medicare/medicaid, and resources for the uninsured
healthyliferecovery.com/am-i-an-addict
This site list signs of addiction and withdrawal, the differences between addiction and dependence and also has an addiction self test
healthyliferecovery.com/mental-health-addiction-in-lgbtq
Information and statistics about addiction and mental health issues in the LBGTQ population
lagunashoresrecovery.com/orange-county-drug-rehab/fentanyl
This is a brief comprehensive article about fentanyl
lasuboxone.com/dangers-of-self-medicating
Self-medicating can be a gateway to addiction. This article discussing substances and behaviors commonly used for self-medicating, underlying mental health issues that can lead to self -medication and therapeutic options.
lendedu.com/blog/financial-aid-for-drug-rehab
This guide outlines some of the resources designed to provide financial assistance for those recovering from addiction.
maryville.edu/online-masters-degrees/health-administration/understanding-the-opioid-epidemic-opioid-abuse-in-america
This article examines the opioid epidemic in detail including the scope of the epidemic, the root of it, the psychology and physicality of opioid abuse, what to look for to spot someone who is using, as well as possible solutions.
nldetox.com/beating-addiction-with-intention-commitment
This is a treatment provider site with resources for beating addiction including information about brain science and the cycle of addiction , fears related to recovery, as well the roles of commitment and personal responsibility in the recovery process.
nomatterwhatrecovery.com/trauma-and-substance-abuse
Treatment provider sponsored article discusses the effects of trauma on the brain and the connection between trauma and addiction
nursing.georgetown.edu/blog/prescribing-opioids-addicted-patients
A concise and informative article about opioid uses, misuses, signs of dependence, drug seeking behaviors, alternative forms of pain management, and supporting those in recovery
opioidhelp.com
A a resource site for news and information articles about Opioids in general, the opioid epidemic, and recovery related topics
safesoundtreatment.com/sud-self-test-dsm5
This brief article contains an Addiction Self Test, the11 Substance Use Disorder (SUD) criteria for diagnosis, and information about the risk factors and stages of SUD
sandiegosuboxone.com/buprenorphine-efficacy-treating-opioid-use-disorder
This is a treatment provider site that includes a good comprehensive overview of Medication Assisted Treatment with Buprenorphine which is one of the medications in Suboxone
sandiegosuboxone.com/painkiller-addiction-self-assessment
This article discusses commonly abused pain medications, risk factors and symptoms of addiction, and alternatives for pain management.
A Self-Test for pain medication addiction is also included.
shorelinerecoverycenter.com/drug-overdoses
Brief comprehensive article describing types of drugs with overdose potential as well as overdose risk factors, symptoms, treatment and long-terms effects
stayhonest.org/guide/substance-abuse-and-cannabis-usage-supporting-and-affirming-the-lgbtq-community-and-youth
This article features a comprehensive guide to assist and support the LGBTQ community and youth facing substance abuse and contains interesting information about the history of hemp and marijuana in America and among the LGBTQ community
sunshinebehavioralhealth.com/mental-health-issues-facing-the-black-community
Topics include the role of racism in mental health, common mental illnesses in the black community, barriers to seeking help and the importance of culturally competent care
unr.edu/blog/substance-abuse-unpacking-a-public-health-crisis
A short article outlining the points made in the 2016 Surgeon General's report on Facing Addiction in America