Substance Use Disorder Amid Pandemic
“Ninety meetings in 90 days”: This is one mantra repeated to and by many individuals early in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD). Regular attendance at peer-run meetings offered by organizations like Narcotics Anonymous provides structure and social support to individuals deeply in need of both. But amid pandemic, such meetings are suspended. On top of that, social distancing can create isolation, triggering boredom, which in turn can invite relapse. Moreover, many people face economic hardship and uncertainty as the …
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