Addiction doesn’t discriminate, but inequities mean Black & Hispanic/Latinx communities often face greater barriers to care. That’s why we partnered with, the @adcouncil.bsky.social, the CDC, & @nationalcouncil.bsky.social to connect people with real stories and resources. 🔗 startwithhope.com

🗣️ We’ve got to talk about it. Nearly 70% of adults with a substance use disorder are employed, yet stigma keeps many from seeking help. Recovery-ready workplaces save lives and reduce costs. 💜 Read more 🔗 shatterproof.org/blog/weve-go...

Join Shatterproof and organizations nationwide at the Shatterproof Walk to End Addiction Stigma as we come together to honor loved ones, celebrate recovery, and drive meaningful change. ⭐ shatterproof.org/shatterproof...

In recent data from SAHMSA, 48.4 million people aged 12 and older in the U.S. experienced an SUD. Our Addiction 101 page covers: ✅ The science of addiction ✅ Lifesaving steps ✅ Evidence-based treatment 🔗 Learn more at shatterproof.org/learn

We are ✨LIVE✨ kicking off festivities raising money for @shatterproofhq.bsky.social in honor of our founder’s late mother for our first annual Lisa J Ketrick Memorial fundraiser! Let’s cross some animals on Hart Isle with @valleyxbriar.bsky.social!🦚❤️✨ www.twitch.tv/WheretheHartIs

"Congress has yet another opportunity to mend the loophole it created," Lindsey Vuolo and Kevin Roy of @shatterproofhq.bsky.social write. "Lawmakers should seize it to prevent unintentional ingestions in young children and help curb the normalization of substance use among adolescents."

September is National #RecoveryMonth 💜 A time to honor strength, hope, and healing — and to recognize that wellness looks different for everyone. Learn more about Shatterproof’s work at Shatterproof.org #recoverymonth2025 #nationalrecoverymonth

A 2025 study of 3M+ surgical patients found those experiencing alcohol withdrawal faced higher risks of complications — including respiratory failure, sepsis, longer hospital stays, and even death. Read more below:

James is back for more of our Split Fiction playthrough and our second charity stream for @shatterproofhq.bsky.social and @wthifdn.bsky.social! twitch.tv/laurak483

The first annual LJK memorial fundraiser benefitting @shatterproofhq.bsky.social has officially begun! This was organized by @valleyxbriar.bsky.social to help those fighting addiction. I will do a kick-off stream later today, check out our @tiltify.com campaign here: tilt.fyi/tH3YKfItzc

According to SAMHSA, people in recovery who strengthen their support networks are more likely to maintain recovery and reduce relapse and hospitalization. Be a sober ally 💪✨ Explore simple ways to show up:

America is facing its deadliest addiction crisis ever. Though men use drugs at slightly higher rates, women face unique dangers, barriers, and stigma in recovery. Take a moment to reflect on a few important things to know about women and addiction. 🔗 shatterproof.org/blog/women-r...

Did you know bystanders are more likely to need naloxone than CPR in an overdose emergency? Naloxone is safe, effective, and easy to use. Carrying naloxone means being ready to save a life in your community. Will you pledge to carry naloxone? 👉 shatterproof.org/naloxone-sav... #Naloxone

Before some people find recovery, they find books that reflect their struggles and offer hope. Our senior manager of executive communications, who is in recovery, shares 14 lifechanging reads on addiction and healing. 🔗 shatterproof.org/blog/14-life...

Stigma can keep people from getting care or seeking help — and it can even show up in the way we talk to ourselves. 💙 The words we use matter. Swipe through our Language Guide in this post for ways to speak with compassion and empathy. How do you show understanding for yourself and others?

Stigma is still holding people back: 54% say they wouldn’t hire someone with a substance use disorder. The Shatterproof Addiction Stigma Index measures how far we have to go, and how we can change it. Download the 2024 report: shatterproof.org/SASI #stigma #addiction #shatterproof

Real change is happening because you spoke up. 💙 AZ: safer cannabis ads MT: new protections OH: more treatment & prevention programs Your voice is protecting families and communities.

Have you heard of Kratom? Although it’s a natural substance, the FDA and CDC have issued warnings because it mimics the effects of opioids and comes with a risk of dependence, withdrawal, psychological, neurological and physical effects. (1/2)

⚠️High Noon is recalling certain 12 packs that are currently on shelves mislabeled as alcohol-free Celsius energy drinks. ⚠️ #highnoon #alcoholfree #celsius #energydrink

While headlines may say overdoses are down, that is not the whole story. New data shows deep and persistent disparities by age, gender, and geography. While some numbers look better on the surface, 80,000+ lives lost is still unacceptable. Get the facts: shatterproof.org/blog/Overdos...

🚨 1 in 9 high school seniors used Delta‑8 THC in the past year. 🚨 More than 5,000 poison control calls were made between 2021 and 2022. (1/2)

Mike lost a friend to overdose in college and turned that loss into action. Now he’s a passionate advocate breaking stigma and walking in memory. 💙 👉 Get involved at shatterproof.org/node/41391 📣 Share Mike’s story to join the movement!

We’re making real progress on fentanyl! HALT Fentanyl Act ✅ De minimis loophole closed ✅ However, vital overdose prevention funding is now at risk. That means fewer tools, fewer lives saved. Tell Congress to fund prevention and treatment in FY26 👉 shatterproof.quorum.us/campaign/FY26/

Supporting a friend or coworker during #DryJuly? Be a sober ally: 🍸 Pick mocktail-friendly spots 🗣️ Let them lead the convo 🎯 Respect boundaries 🎉 Celebrate the wins It’s not about doing it perfectly, it’s about showing up. Read more: shatterproof.org/soberally #soberally

Everyone deserves access to addiction support, no matter who they are or where they come from. Explore resources for: 🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQIA+ 🧑🏽‍🤝‍🧑🏾 BIPOC 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families & Friends 💼 Employers 🔗 shatterproof.org/resources

Your gift funds education & support for youth when they need it most. No shipping, no wrapping, just real impact. #PrimeDay fills carts; your donation fills lives. Give now to protect young minds & fight harmful funding cuts. Visit bit.ly/_donatetoday to make a difference 💙 #amazon #primedaydeals

1 in every 6 American adults is living with substance a dependence. Visit Treatment Atlas, a free, confidential tool to search and compare trusted addiction treatment programs based on your needs. 💙 Find the right care for you at treatmentatlas.org! #treatment #addiction #recovery #atlas

Celebrate freedom with clear choices! You don’t need substances to have a good time, just good people and smart decisions. #sud #4thofjuly #freedom #addiction #independence #publichealth

As marijuana becomes more accepted, many think it’s harmless, but teen use can have serious, lasting effects on the brain 🧠 👉 Whether you're a parent, educator, or just care about teens' health — know the risks: shatterproof.org/teenmarijuan... #cannabis #marijuana #teens #teenbrains

Stigma is one of the biggest barriers to addiction recovery. It shows up in how people are treated and in the systems meant to support them. Addiction is a treatable disease and it's time the world saw it that way. 👉 Learn more: shatterproof.org/stigma #stigma #addiction #endstigma #recovery

Hey #TTRPG friends! We’re raising money for @shatterproofhq.bsky.social from 24 AUG-23 SEP, & Briar is going to run a homebrewed @daggerheartrpg.bsky.social miniseries as part of the event!🎉 If you’re interested in playing, please fill out the form below by 24 July!🫶 #Daggerheart #charitystream

The $7.4B Purdue Pharma settlement marks real progress—every state and territory is on board, bringing more hope for overdose prevention and recovery support. It’s a vital step forward. Read more from @npr.org on what this could mean for the opioid crisis. #opioidsettlement #opioids

Addiction is a treatable medical condition — not a moral failing. ➡️ Shatterproof is here to guide you toward quality, evidence-based treatment that can save lives. ⭐️ Start your journey to recovery today: Shatterproof.org/findtreatment

This Pride Month, we’re honoring the powerful stories of LGBTQIA+ individuals who have faced addiction and found hope in recovery. 🏳️‍🌈💙 👉️ Read the full stories and explore how we’re working to end stigma and create inclusive paths to recovery: bit.ly/Celebrating_Recovery

We’re just $2,087.85 away! 💥 A generous supporter is matching all donations through June 30, up to $15,000. That means your gift will go TWICE as far. 💙 Let’s meet this match together. Every dollar counts. 👉 Donate now to double your impact: bit.ly/double_yourimpact #nonprofit #donation

Everyone impacted by addiction deserves support that sees them. 💙 From culturally responsive care to inclusive networks, find resources tailored to diverse communities. 👉 Explore now: shatterproof.org/resources

Substance use disorder doesn’t discriminate but recovery systems often do. Our VP of Peer-to-Peer Fundraising, shares why Pride is essential to ending addiction stigma. Read more 👉 shatterproof.org/blog/showing-all-year-long #Pride2025 #LGBTQIA

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈 We are proud to be at the WorldPride Festival in Washington, D.C. on June 7 & 8! Find us on Pennsylvania Ave. NW between 9th & 3rd Streets. We’re here to support the LGBTQIA+ community—because no one should face SUD alone. 💜 #TheFabricOfFreedom #WPDC2025 #WorldPride

As a Team Captain at the NYC Shatterproof Walk, Mackenzie is leading the charge to raise awareness, honor Elijah’s memory, and help prevent this heartbreak for others. 💙 Join Mackenzie and thousands of others 👉http://bit.ly/WalkToEndAddictionStigma #sober #walk #addiction #sobriety #nyc

Run with heart. #TeamShatterproof is a proud Charity Partner of the 2025 Marine Corps Marathon, an iconic, world-class race managed by the U.S. Marines. Apply now: bit.ly/2025_MCM

For Kathy and Russ, “Shatterproof means having a national voice to help all those suffering from addiction.” Register for our Walk today, make a self-donation, and you’ll receive an exclusive Shatterproof sticker pack to proudly show your support! 👉 bit.ly/WalkToEndAdd... #Walk #Stigma #Support

How does health economics fit into addressing practice challenges in preventing and treating mental illness, substance use disorder, overdose and comorbid conditions? Join the discussion at an all-day workshop on 5/22. Register here: bit.ly/HEALHealthEc...

Fentanyl deaths dropped 36.8% from 23 to 24, proof that prevention works. Groups like @shatterproofhq.bsky.social, Song for Charlie & Harm Reduction are saving lives. Learn how @luriechildrens.bsky.social & @rushmedical.bsky.social are protecting youth: https://linktr.ee/themakeitbetterfoundation

Grant didn’t expect to be the subject of a private HR meeting. That conversation changed his life. Stigma kept him quiet and kept others unaware of how common substance use is at work. It’s time to build recovery-ready workplaces. 👉 Read Grant’s story: bit.ly/3YSaQwo #aud #sud #alcoholusedisorder

According to new #CDC data, overdose deaths dropped 27% in 2024—but 80,000 lives were still lost. This isn’t the time to pull back. It’s the time to push forward. Read why progress must be protected: shatterproof.org/blog/progres...

Today is #MentalHealthActionDay, take action with A.S.K. ⭐️ Acknowledge ⭐️ Support ⭐️ Keep-in-Touch You don’t have to be an expert. Just be there! 📥 Download the toolkit at 👉 shatterproof.org/MHAD

1 in 4 children in the U.S. has a parent with a substance use disorder. A powerful new study reveals the widespread impact of addiction on families and why addressing stigma and access to care is more urgent than ever. 👉 Read @npr.org's article for more information!

🚨 Today’s the final day to tell your U.S. House Reps: protect funding for addiction prevention and treatment. The SUPTRS Block Grant is essential to keeping lifesaving services funded, accessible and equitable. 📢 Raise your voice now! shatterproof.quorum.us/campaign/118...

🚨 Happening TODAY at 2 PM EST 🚨 Join us for a powerful conversation on how evidence-based models like Collaborative Care can save lives and reduce healthcare costs. 💻 Reserve your spot now: Shatterproof.org/BowmanStudy

Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s survival. 💜 You can’t pour from an empty cup. When a loved one has been impacted by addiction: ✅ Rest without guilt ✅ Join support groups ✅ You didn’t cause, control, or cure it Take care of you to stay strong. 💪 #EndAddictionStigma #SelfCare