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NBHAP is the leading and unifying voice of addiction-focused treatment programs. We serve those running treatment centers, individual counselors, those in marketing, and even attorneys and advisors in behavioral health.
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The news items we share are not necessarily the opinion of NBHAP or its members or staff. We want to share news from all perspectives.
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VT | Blue Cross Blue Shield Vermont postpones controversial change to therapy billing
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https://vnews.com/2025/11/19/blue-cross-blue-shield-vt-billing/
Mental health providers protest Blue Cross billing change - Valley News
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont’s billing change for mental health providers sparks confusion and concern. The policy has been postponed for further discussion.
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December 13, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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Representative Becca Balint introduces H.R. 6249: Addressing Addiction After Disasters Act
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https://www.quiverquant.com/news/New+Bill%3A+Representative+Becca+Balint+introduces+H.R.+6249%3A+Addressing+Addiction+After+Disasters+Act
New Bill: Representative Becca Balint introduces H.R. 6249: Addressing Addiction After Disasters Act | Stock News
We have received text from H.R. 6249: Addressing Addiction After Disasters Act. This bill was receiv
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December 13, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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IN | Indiana bill proposes ban on online sweepstakes casinos
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https://focusgn.com/indiana-bill-proposes-to-ban-online-sweepstakes-casinos
Indiana bill proposes ban on online sweepstakes casinos
House Bill 1052 has been assigned to the House Committee on Public Policy.
focusgn.com
December 12, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Where is opioid money going in the Deep South?
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https://thecurrentla.com/2025/recap-where-is-opioid-money-going-in-the-deep-south/
Recap: Where is opioid money going in the Deep South?
Get behind the scenes of how reporters at The Current, Mississippi Today and Verite News are following the money flowing from blockbuster opioid settlements.
thecurrentla.com
December 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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AL | Alabama committee announces grants to help veterans suffering from mental illness
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https://alabamareflector.com/2025/12/12/alabama-committee-announces-grants-to-help-veterans-suffering-from-mental-illness/
Alabama committee announces grants to help veterans suffering from mental illness | Alabama Reflector
The organizations provide a range of services, from therapy and referrals to helping with substance abuse issues and post-traumatic stress.
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December 12, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Addiction and Recovery During the Holiday Season
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https://whur.com/news/addiction-and-recovery-during-the-holiday-season/
Addiction and Recovery During the Holiday Season - WHUR 96.3 FM
’Tis the season to eat, drink, and be merry! But for many in our community, the holidays can also be a tough reminder of how quickly things can go left when you’re battling addiction. We’re taking an honest look at addiction and sobriety during this festive season. How do you protect your peace, honor your […]
whur.com
December 12, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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Need help with your HR? Having people problems? NBHAP members receive a 25% discount on One Source Consulting Services. One Source’s experienced consultants and trainers bring a unique approach and expertise that’s tailored to your goals. More at https://nbhap.org/one_source_hr/
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December 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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The journey to recovery is far from linear and everyone. Join NBHAP's CEO Pete Nielsen on December 18 for the CE webinar "Universal Outcome in Substance Use Treatment, Prevention, and Recovery". Brought to you by Soberlink. https://nbhap.org/webinar-universal-outcome/
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December 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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TN | Art sale to support mental health services at East Tennessee hospital
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https://www.wate.com/community/art-sale-to-support-mental-health-services-at-east-tn-hospital/
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December 11, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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AI Mental Health App Shuts Down, Citing Safety Concerns and Blurred Line Between Care and Wellness
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https://bhbusiness.com/2025/12/01/ai-mental-health-app-shuts-down-citing-safety-concerns-and-blurred-line-between-care-and-wellness/
AI Mental Health App Shuts Down, Citing Safety Concerns and Blurred Line Between Care and Wellness
A mental wellness company has shut down its AI-powered chatbot, saying that such technologies aren’t ready to handle people in crisis. Joe
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December 11, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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WV | West Virginia families raise addiction awareness with billboards of overdose victims
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https://wchstv.com/news/local/west-virginia-families-raise-addiction-awareness-with-billboards-of-overdose-victims
West Virginia families raise addiction awareness with billboards of overdose victims
Addiction, its a sickness West Virginians are all too familiar with and the life shattering impacts that come along with it.“It’s gut-wrenching,” said Lorie Mes
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December 10, 2025 at 11:00 PM
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Recovering gambling and cocaine addict recounts road to recovery as a black woman
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https://news.sky.com/video/recovering-gambling-and-cocaine-addict-recounts-road-to-recovery-as-a-black-woman-13481285
Recovering gambling and cocaine addict recounts road to recovery as a black woman
Research has shown that people from ethnic minorities are less likely to gamble than their white counterparts - but are more likely to suffer harm from gambling and less likely to seek help.
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December 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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FL | USF launches dashboard showing mental health worker shortage
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https://www.wusf.org/health-news-florida/2025-10-21/usf-launches-dashboard-mental-health-worker-shortage
USF launches dashboard showing mental health worker shortage
The dashboard visualizes the shortage of behavioral health professionals in Florida.
www.wusf.org
December 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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A city scarred by opioids
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https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-barrie-ontario-opioid-crisis-drug-epidemic-overdose-abuse/
After taking drastic steps on opioids, an Ontario city struggles to find its footing
Barrie, Ont., declared a state of emergency to deal with overdose deaths and homelessness. Three months in, what have the city’s efforts achieved?
www.theglobeandmail.com
December 10, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Destination Change: a podcast where we talk addiction recovery, treatment, and more. On the latest episode, Alexandra Miles talks about eating disorders, Project Blackbird, and media representation of diet and body culture. www.nbhap.org/podcast
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December 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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MN | Minnesota Program Helps Former Inmates Break Free From Addiction and Incarceration
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https://www.wdio.com/front-page/top-stories/minnesota-program-helps-former-inmates-break-free-from-addiction-and-incarceration/
Minnesota Program Helps Former Inmates Break Free From Addiction and Incarceration
Returning to daily life after years in prison can be difficult for many people. Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge in Duluth works to help those trying to break free from cycles of addiction and incarceration.WDIO News spoke with two men, Leo Meade and Neal Redepenning, who shared their experiences.“I’ve had seven trips to prison, a […]
www.wdio.com
December 10, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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As farmers face trade wars and inflation, calls to mental health hotlines rise
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https://iowacapitaldispatch.com/2025/12/07/as-farmers-face-trade-wars-and-inflation-calls-to-mental-health-hotlines-rise/
As farmers face trade wars and inflation, calls to mental health hotlines rise • Iowa Capital Dispatch
As farmers face historic headwinds, calls to Iowa and national mental health crisis hotlines are increasing.
iowacapitaldispatch.com
December 10, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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PA | Lancaster County police departments pairing with addiction, mental health specialists in state-funded program
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https://bit.ly/4a2IohJ
Lancaster County police departments pairing with addiction, mental health specialists in state-funded program
Participating Lancaster County police departments are using a peer co-responder program to improve their response to calls involving addiction and mental health issues.
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December 9, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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The Mental Health Effects of Ozempic and GLP-1 Drugs
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https://www.thinkglobalhealth.org/article/the-mental-health-effects-of-ozempic-and-glp-1-drugs
The Mental Health Effects of Ozempic and GLP-1 Drugs | Think Global Health
As researchers decipher how GLP-1s affect mental health, experts worry access is outpacing the scientific investigation
www.thinkglobalhealth.org
December 9, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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GA | Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia
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https://www.wjcl.com/article/georgia-narcan-opioid-overdoses-schools/69673682
‘Once in a generation opportunity’: Narcan to be distributed to every public school in Georgia
The project is funded with opioid settlement dollars administered by the Georgia Opioid Crisis Abatement Trust.
www.wjcl.com
December 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Protecting Children Online: Combating Fraud, Harassment, Addiction, And Exploitation
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https://www.thefridaytimes.com/09-Dec-2025/protecting-children-online-combating-fraud-harassment-addiction-exploitation
Protecting Children Online: Combating Fraud, Harassment, Addiction, And Exploitation
Children face fraud, harassment, addiction, misinformation, and data exploitation online; culture and weak policies worsen digital risks
www.thefridaytimes.com
December 9, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Did you know that the National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs (NATSAP) and NBHAP have a reciprocal dual membership benefit? If you are a member of either organization, get membership in the other free. https://nbhap.org/natsap/
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December 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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NC | North Carolina prisons expand addiction treatment before release to curb deadly overdose risk
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https://www.wfae.org/health/2025-12-07/nc-prisons-expand-addiction-treatment-before-release-to-curb-deadly-overdose-risk
NC prisons expand addiction treatment before release to curb deadly overdose risk
People leaving North Carolina prisons are far more likely to die of an overdose in their first weeks back home. Prison officials are trying to reduce that risk by providing medications for opioid use disorder before release.
www.wfae.org
December 9, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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Study measures behavioral markers of alliance in support groups, viability of machine learning in mental health
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https://news.ku.edu/news/article/study-measures-behavioral-markers-of-alliance-in-support-groups-viability-of-machine-learning-in-mental-health
Nonverbal support and machine learning in support groups
Study measures nonverbal support cues and viability of machine learning in support groups.
news.ku.edu
December 9, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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MI | Suicides plague Michigan farms. Michigan just ended money to help
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https://www.interlochenpublicradio.org/2025-12-08/suicides-plague-michigan-farms-michigan-just-ended-money-to-help
Suicides plague Michigan farms. Michigan just ended money to help
Stress over weather and markets to sell their products has endangered family farms. And now, state funding for farmer mental health counseling is gone — not among the items renewed in this year’s budget.
www.interlochenpublicradio.org
December 8, 2025 at 11:00 PM