Healing at the Source: How Tribal Nations Are Redefining Substance Use Disorder Treatment

• By: Douglas M. Leech Ascension Recovery Services
• January 19th, 2026
• addiction treatment, behavioral health, community wellness, cultural healing, economic development, recovery services, substance use disorder, tribal communities, Winter 2026 Issue
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Substance use disorder (SUD) has taken a devastating toll on the Nation’s Tribal Lands, yet Tribal Nations are confronting the crisis with courage, creativity, and cultural wisdom. Native communities carry a disproportionate burden of addiction and mental health challenges while facing some of...