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RUN- Recovered Users Network

RUN- an international network for recovered users and the people who support them.

E-mail run@eurad.net to become a member (at no cost) and to be updated on our activities. The vision of RUN is to raise the voice of the recovery movement, by contributing to constructive and respectful drug policies, for individuals, families and communities.

22/01/2026

College culture doesn’t always make room for recovery, but Collegiate Recovery Programs are changing that! By centering peer support and integrating mental health care, these programs help students stay in recovery while working toward their degrees.

A recent report highlights the strategic development of […]

21/01/2026

New research from the University of Auckland backs up what recovery communities have been saying for years: you can’t punish addiction into submission.

Drug treatment courts reduce re-offending by combining accountability with treatment, structure, and support. People who go through these programs are far less likely to end up back in the system.

Recovery in action is treating addiction as a health issue, addressing trauma, and giving people real pathways forward. When systems focus on healing instead of cycling people through punishment, lives and communities actually change.

https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/news/2026/01/20/drug-treatment-courts-can-jam-addiction-s--revolving-door-.html

Opinion: What makes the drug treatment court model powerful is the wraparound support given to the high-risk, high-needs offenders, writes Dr Katherin Doolin.

18/01/2026

Addiction doesn’t care where you’re from, what language you speak, or what job you do — it crosses borders and shows up in every community.

https://www.europeanbusinessreview.com/addiction-has-no-boundaries-we-must-start-talking-about-it/

Dismantle addiction stigma with our guide on why this boundary-less crisis requires transparent, person-first conversations to inspire healing

16/01/2026

New legislation in the United States aims to strengthen how colleges and universities prevent substance misuse and support students in recovery.

The Campus Prevention and Recovery Services for Students Act would fund prevention, early screening, peer support, counseling, and recovery services right on campus — helping students stay healthy, succeed in school, and build brighter futures.

https://pappas.house.gov/media/press-releases/pappas-helps-reintroduce-campus-prevention-and-recovery-services-for-students-act

McBath, Leger Fernández, Pappas Reintroduce Campus Prevention and Recovery Services for Students Act January 13, 2026 Washington, D.C. – This week, Representatives Lucy McBath (D-GA-06), Teresa Leger Fernández (D-NM-03), and Chris Pappas (D-NH-01) reintroduced the Campus Prevention and Recovery ...

14/01/2026

“Shame trapped me in addiction for 30 years…”

Michael Droney, once a successful Cork publican, has turned decades of pain, trauma, and substance use into something brave and beautiful. He’s launching a multimedia exhibition, entitled Finding Beautiful, to show what life inside addiction can feel like and to strip shame off the people walking that path.

Michael's story isn’t about perfect recovery — it’s about resilience, second chances, and telling the truth so others don’t have to suffer in silence https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/munster/arid-41772005.html

Michael Droney, owner of a number of pubs in Cork City, will launch his multimedia exhibition this weekend

13/01/2026

“I lost both my parents in the space of a month and turned to drugs…” A brave mom from Birmingham (UK) opens up about how devastating grief pushed her toward addiction. Now, Lucy Cole is on a mission to help others find a way out.

https://uk.news.yahoo.com/lost-both-parents-month-turned-070000596.html

Birmingham mum Lucy Cole battled a 'dark' addiction after losing both parents in a month

09/01/2026

“Music gives me a sense of purpose… a reason to wake up in the morning.”

For so many on the road to recovery, music isn’t just background noise — it’s healing. From easing cravings and rebuilding self-worth to forming new, healthy connections, making and engaging with music can play a powerful role in addiction recovery.

If you or someone you love is in recovery, remember that healing can come in many forms, and sometimes it starts with a rhythm.

https://www.musicradar.com/music-industry/music-gives-me-a-sense-of-purpose-a-reason-to-wake-up-in-the-morning-how-making-music-can-help-in-addiction-recovery

Dealing with an addiction can be a harrowing experience. Thankfully, making music and music therapy can assist with the process

07/01/2026

Recovery advocates in Georgia in the United States are turning up the heat this legislative session — and it matters for all of us fighting for smarter, more humane addiction policy.

This is exactly why voices with lived experience need to be at the table when policies are shaped. Change isn’t just about awareness; it’s about systems that actually *support recovery and save lives

https://www.wabe.org/recovery-advocates-push-for-stronger-policies-during-legislative-session-to-address-georgias-addiction-epidemic/

The addiction epidemic in Georgia is one of the major issues local advocates want state lawmakers to address during the 2026 legislative session. Cammie Wolf Rice, founder of Christopher Wolf Crusade Alliance, and Jeff Breedlove, the CEO of the American Addiction Recovery Association, talked with .....

06/01/2026

The latest NPR health news highlights something too many in recovery already know: Recovery isn’t a checklist — it’s a process that looks different for every person and often needs a mix of support, options, and compassion to truly work. What matters most isn’t just whether someone stops using but whether they can build a life worth living with sustainable care, community, and dignity.

https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2026/01/05/nx-s1-5660694/addiction-treatment-opioids-cocaine-abstinence

The experiences of one doctor in Louisiana reveal the tensions around trying to get people to engage in addiction treatment, even if they're not ready to stop using drugs.

05/01/2026

You don’t need fancy tools to support recovery — just a pen, a notebook, and intention. Gratitude journaling is a simple, science-backed way to build healthier coping habits and boost well-being one day at a time.

https://www.pleasantonweekly.com/alameda-county/2025/12/02/gratitude-journaling-a-pen-a-notebook-and-a-road-to-recovery/

Treating opioid misuse is often linked to medication, therapy, and support programs designed to prevent relapse. But these treatments do not explore the healthy habits one can build on a daily basis. There is another coping mechanism that can turn into a healthy daily habit – it requires onl...

03/01/2026

Through a journey from deep addiction and a life-threatening overdose to more than 4½ years in recovery, Randy is now using his story as a peer support specialist to help others find their footing. His story also reminds us all that second chances are worth fighting for!

https://wcyb.com/news/local/bristol-man-uses-his-story-to-help-others-recovering-from-addiction

Randy Carrier has been sober for more than four and a half years. But he says his journey to recovery was not easy.

02/01/2026

How we talk about substance use shapes stigma, access to treatment, and even how people see themselves. This article highlights that outdated terms still linger in media and everyday conversations, and that using accurate, person-centered language can help break down barriers and build trust.

https://datac.ca/the-role-of-language-in-addiction-related-stigma-opinion/

A recent article published by Psychology Today and authored by Dr. Jenna Butner discussed how language can contribute to the stigma existing around substance use disorders (SUD), and the potential impact in changing terminology for improving access to treatment, quality of care, and social attitudes...

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