National Institute on Drug Abuse

Substance Recovery · California · Free

NIDA — federal research on drug abuse and addiction including LGBTQ+ populations. Relevant for people in recovery who need affirming sponsors, sober social life, and trauma-informed therapy. Sober social events (queer sober dance nights, hikes, brunches) are organized in most metros. Sober dating, friendship, and sex are real challenges in queer culture; affirming therapists work with this directly. All services free of charge to LGBTQ+ California residents and allies.

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