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Studies & Research
About Studies & Research
Dive into research, reports, and real-world studies shaping the future of sober living and recovery housing.
The Studies category brings together evidence-based insights and academic research that deepen our understanding of addiction recovery, sober living environments, and the social factors that influence lasting change. Here, you’ll find a wide range of articles, from university-led studies on the impact of sober living to in-depth explorations of gender differences in substance use and the evolving role of peer mentorship.
Whether you’re an operator, advocate, policymaker, or someone passionate about recovery support systems, this category offers a foundation for informed decision-making and continuous improvement. By highlighting the latest findings and challenging common misconceptions, we aim to bridge the gap between research and practice in the sober living field.
Explore the latest studies and stay informed about the research driving recovery housing forward.

Massachusetts Sober Housing Financial Landscape: MASH and Fletcher Group
Massachusetts Sober Housing Financial Landscape: The Fletcher Group Ma..

Maximizing Space and Comfort: Considering Bunk Beds for Recovery Housing
The Opportunity to Rethink Bedroom Design Recovery housing plays..

Peer Mentorship vs. Case Work in Recovery Homes: Understanding the Difference
When does support go too far in a sober living environment? In the world ..

Maia Szalavitz, Author of Harm Reduction, Presents to the Pittsfield, MA District Attorney
PITTSFIELD, Massachusetts (AP) —Maia Szalavitz first encountered the term..

City of Gastonia and Gastonia Police Department Launch Campaign to Combat Fentanyl Abuse
City of Gastonia and Gastonia Police Department Launch Campaign to Combat F..

University of Hartford, Connecticut Research Sober Living Impact
Students and faculty at the University of Hartford's Center for Social Rese..

The Urge: Our History of Addiction | Research by Carl Fisher
Dr. Carl Erik Fisher is an addiction physician who teaches and studies at C..

What are the Five Biggest Myths On Alcohol Rehab in Connecticut?
There are a lot of misconceptions and half-truths concerning alcohol rehab ..

Mixing Family Planning and Addiction Treatment: A Study.
A significant number of female addiction recovery clients of child-bearing ..