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The Council on Recovery works diligently to inform and educate the public that addiction is a preventable and treatable disease with hope for recovery. Read the latest news and announcements about our work below.

March 4, 2026

Expert Discusses How Parents Can Start Open Conversations About Alcohol, Substance Use with Teens

In the News

March 3, 2026

Experts Warn Spring Break Can Increase Risk of Teen Drug and Alcohol Use: What Houston Parents Should Know

In the News

February 17, 2026

Is Social Media Addictive?

In the News

January 29, 2026

Houston Expert Weighs in on Teen Social Media Addiction as Landmark Trial Begins

In the News

January 13, 2026

Meta, YouTube Trial Highlights Risks of Teen Tech Use

In the News

November 19, 2025

Texas Bar Foundation Grant Awarded to The Council on Recovery to Launch Prosecutor Training

Press Release

October 28, 2025

SNL Legend Darrell Hammond Shares His Story of Recovery

Press Release

August 6, 2025

The Council on Recovery Appoints Judy Chavez President & CEO

Press Release

July 10, 2025

Men’s Mental Health

In the News

Press Kit

We welcome press inquiries on all levels – from local news outlets to international press. For all media inquiries, interview requests or expert commentary, please contact communications@councilonrecovery.org.

If you are working on a story related to substance use, prevention, treatment or recovery, we welcome the opportunity to serve as a trusted resource. Our experts are available to provide insight and commentary on:

Substance use and recovery trends
Co-occurring mental health conditions
Youth substance use prevention
Healthy social media behaviors for teens
The opioid crisis and emerging drug trends
Family recovery and support