National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism

Substance Recovery · Virginia · Free

NIAAA — federal research and resources on alcohol use disorders. For LGBTQ+ people seeking recovery from alcohol, drugs, or behavioral addictions in identity-affirming spaces. Sober social events (queer sober dance nights, hikes, brunches) are organized in most metros. LGBTQ+ adults have 2–4x higher rates of substance use disorder than straight peers — minority stress is the driver, not identity. All services free of charge to LGBTQ+ Virginia residents and allies.

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