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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 19h

Community Voices in Recovery centers minoritized voices to teach allied health professionals how to provide optimal addiction care. Check out this free course offered by the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment: www.m-tac.org/module-categ...

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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 1d

It's Mental Illness Awareness Week. Let's all help break down the stigma surrounding mental illness and support our friends, family, and loved ones when it comes to overcoming mental health challenges. samhsa.gov/mental-health

#MIAW

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 3d

New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from @casaa.bsky.social that explored the extent to which a heavy drinking episode reduces subsequent negative affect, and the role of distress tolerance in this relationship. basisonline.org/2025/10/07/a...

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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 7d

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health Health Promotion Clearinghouse has problem gambling brochures in multiple languages! Download the digital versions or order print copies for free. Check out these and other problem gambling resources: massclearinghouse.ehs.state.ma.us/category/GAM...

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 8d

October is #PreventionMonth! SAMHSA’s free Toolkit includes social media shareables, educational materials, prevention resources, and more. Learn how you can participate and be part of the conversation: www.samhsa.gov/about/digital-toolkits/substance-use-prevention-month

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 9d

#ICYMI — We celebrated the retirement of Dr. Howard Shaffer with a Special Series in his honor. Throughout September, The BASIS featured research and editorials that highlighted Dr. Shaffer’s lasting impact on the field of addiction science. basisonline.org/2025/09/02/i...

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 10d

New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the Centre for Gambling Research at the University of British Columbia that compared the portrayal of sports betting in the media before and after its legalization in Canada. basisonline.org/2025/09/30/s...

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 11d

Dr. Stanton is a licensed Clinical Health Psychologist and Associate Professor of Public Health at California State University, East Bay.

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 11d

New on The BASIS: As part of our Special Series in Honor of Dr. Howard Shaffer, Dr. Michael Stanton reflects on Dr. Shaffer’s visionary mentorship that shaped his career as a clinical psychologist and researcher. basisonline.org/2025/09/29/t...

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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 14d

We’re excited to share that Dr. @debilaplante.bsky.social, Director of the Division on Addiction and Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, has received a CHA Academic Council Award for academic excellence. Congratulations, Dr. LaPlante! 🎉 chacpad.org/academic-cou...

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 15d

Ms. Thurmond is the Head of Responsible Gaming External Relations at DraftKings Inc.

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 15d

New on The BASIS: As part of our Special Series in Honor of Dr. Howard Shaffer, Ms. Chrissy Thurmond honors Dr. Shaffer for his visionary leadership, creative spirit, and lasting legacy in addiction science. basisonline.org/2025/09/25/m...

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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 16d

September is Responsible Gaming Education Month! Play our 15-question Responsible Gambling Quiz to test your knowledge of responsible gambling and low-risk gambling guidelines. kahoot.it/challenge/00...

#RGEM2025

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 17d

New: We review a study by researchers from Taiwan's Ministry of Health and Welfare that investigated factors that influence the relationship between problematic smartphone use and mental health conditions among ketamine users with court-ordered addiction treatment. basisonline.org/2025/09/23/p...

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 17d

September is National Recovery Month. SAMHSA’s 2025 Toolkit includes social media content, educational materials, and resources to raise awareness and support individuals in recovery. Check it out: www.samhsa.gov/about/digita...

#RecoveryMonth2025

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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 18d

Dr. Martin is a Professor in the Department of Health Education and Promotion in the College of Health and Human Performance at East Carolina University.

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 18d

New on The BASIS: As part of our Special Series in Honor of Dr. Howard Shaffer, Dr. Ryan Martin honors Dr. Shaffer for his impact as a mentor and pioneer in the gambling research field. basisonline.org/2025/09/22/a...

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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 21d

This #RecoveryMonth2025, check in with someone in #Recovery. Remind them they are not alone. Explore ways to give support: samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone

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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 22d

Dr. Gray is the Editor-in-Chief of The BASIS and Director of Academic Affairs at the Division on Addiction.

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 22d

New on The BASIS: As part of our Special Series in Honor of Dr. Howard Shaffer, Dr. Heather Gray reflects on Dr. Shaffer's empathy, intellectual humility, and mentorship. basisonline.org/2025/09/18/r...

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Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 23d

The 988 Lifeline offers free, compassionate support from trained specialists to people who are experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional distress—or are worried about a loved one who is. Call or text 988. 988lifeline.org

#SuicidePreventionMonth #988Lifeline

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 23d

Stay up to date with the Division on Addiction! Read our Summer 2025 Newsletter for the latest news, recent research, and upcoming events: www.divisiononaddiction.org/wp-content/u...

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 24d

New on The BASIS: We review a study by researchers from the Boston University School of Social Work that examined substitution behaviors (defined as the increased use of other substances) among a sample of U.S. adults attempting to reduce their alcohol use. basisonline.org/2025/09/16/a...

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 24d

September is Responsible Gaming Education Month! Test your knowledge of responsible gambling tools with our 10-question quiz: kahoot.it/challenge/00...

#RGEM2025

Division on Addiction @divisionaddiction.bsky.social · 25d

Ms. Scanlan has had over 20 years of experience working in the field of problem gambling. She held the position of Executive Director of the Massachusetts Council on Compulsive Gambling from 1998-2011.