"The Recovery Works! Committee is made up of members of the recovery community who are interested in planning the events and activities that will take place during National Recovery Month and throughout the year. These events gather the recovery community to promote the societal benefits of treatment for substance use disorders, celebrate people in recovery, and promote the message that recovery in all its forms is possible."
"The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) has released a new definition of addiction highlighting that addiction is a chronic brain disorder and not simply a behavioral problem involving too much alcohol, drugs, gambling or sex. This the first time ASAM has taken an official position that addiction is not solely related to problematic substance use."
Recovery is everywhere. For too long we have been silent and invisible. This September, Rally for Recovery! online, and help us tally our total number of years of recovery. Together, we can put a face and a voice on recovery. You are living proof of the reality of long-term recovery from addiction to alcohol and other drugs. Support and give hope to those still struggling by organizing and speaking out together. Join us!
The 2010 Recovery Month toolkit won a Bronze Anvil Award in the Publication – Single Issue Newsletters/Booklets/Calendar category.
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