Author: Mia Allanson

Substance use disorder (SUD) claims an estimated 67,000 lives annually in Canada, highlighting the devastating impact of the drug epidemic (CAMH 2025). SUD is a chronic illness that causes symptoms of impaired judgement, impulsiveness, drowsiness, nausea and vomiting, and mood changes. These symptoms can lead to significant impairments in health, social function, and voluntary substance…