CHAT THIS! –
Feb. 13, 2026 – AI-powered tools are being used to help schedule appointments, reduce paperwork, send recovery reminders, and even provide wellness check-ins. These technologies can bring real benefits — but they also raise an important question: How do we use AI in recovery services without compromising safety, ethics, or the human connection at the heart of healing?
Why AI Is Entering the SUD Treatment Space
Substance use disorder systems across the country are facing major challenges:
- Growing demand for treatment
- Workforce shortages
- Increased overdose risk
- High administrative workload
- Limited access in rural and underserved communities
