Virginia DBHDS, IntellectAbility, and ODU Launch Free eLearning to Support Adults with IDD and Substance Use Disorders

A free, first-of-its-kind eLearning course addressing critical workforce gaps at the intersection of IDD and substance ...
Wakefield Express on MSN

Wakefield hosts inspiring 'My Voice' event

People supported by a Wakefield drug and alcohol service attended a national event to share their stories of recovery and views on how services can evolve to meet the diverse needs of people with ...

Cumbrian resident with learning disability continues to inspire change

A WOMAN who has been campaigning for the learning disability community for over 30 years has shared her latest efforts to influence change.
Health Affairs

Imposing Medicaid Work Requirements Could Cause Many Adults With Substance Use Disorders To Lose Access To Treatment

The new Congress is actively debating whether to require Medicaid enrollees to meet certain work requirements or face disenrollment. Proponents argue that work requirements will improve enrollees’ ...
Healthline

Substance Use Vs. Substance Use Disorder: What’s the Difference?

Substance use and substance use disorder differ by the frequency of use and the effect on a person’s life. Substance use disorder is a mental health condition. Substance use refers to using both legal ...
Des Moines Register

Reynolds signs 'transformative' behavioral health overhaul into Iowa law. What it does:

CEDAR RAPIDS — Surrounded by health advocates, Gov. Kim Reynolds signed into law Wednesday her plan to restructure behavioral health care and disability services in Iowa. On Wednesday, Iowa's ...