Oklahoma State University National Center for Wellness & Recovery

Discovering Hope to

End Addiction

The National Center for Wellness and Recovery is developing answers for chronic pain and substance use disorders while helping to safeguard future generations from addiction through research, medical education and community advocacy.

The Urgent Mission of the NCWR
Understanding Pain AND Addiction

From Bench to Bedside

Our researchers are engaged in early-, mid- and late-stage research, delivering hope by optimizing translation from lab results to patient care.

Transforming Addiction Research

The Journey from Addiction to Recovery

Wondering how you can find help for yourself or a loved one? Learn more about what happens chemically and neurologically during addiction and how you can best support someone going through it or seek support for yourself.

Resources for Patients and Families

Recovery Clinic

Addiction is a chronic medical condition that is treatable with personalized and comprehensive care. NCWR addiction medicine experts provide customized, outpatient care for adults and adolescents suffering from addiction. Appointments are available in person or virtually at the Tulsa clinic, as well as virtually in rural health facilities throughout Oklahoma.

NCWR Addiction Recovery Clinic at OSU

Reaching All Oklahomans

Focusing on the unique and holistic needs of rural and underserved populations in Oklahoma, we are developing programs that leverage existing community health resources and improve education and access to addiction treatment

News

All News

  • Alcohol Awareness Month: Understanding the Risks and Supporting Recovery

    April is Alcohol Awareness Month — a time dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of alcohol misuse and promoting access to treatment and recovery resources. Understanding Alcohol Use and Its Risks Alcohol remains one of the most widely used substances in the United States. While many consume it socially, excessive or chronic use can…

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  • Mocktails and Dry January

    January is the perfect time for fresh starts and new traditions, making it an ideal month to explore the delightful world of mocktails. These non-alcoholic beverages are not just about skipping the booze; they’re about enhancing gatherings with creative, inclusive options that everyone can enjoy.

    Mocktails drinks, Classic long glasses or mocktail highballs, with berries, lime, herbs and ice

  • Brandon Curry’s Journey to the NCWR

    Brandon Curry’s academic journey reflects his diverse interests and dedication to learning.Today, he is a graduate student in Biomedical Sciences with an emphasis on Neuroscience at Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences and works as a scientist at the National Center for Wellness and Recovery (NCWR).

    Headshot of scientist Brandon Curry at the OSU Center for Health Sciences in Tulsa, Okla., on Thursday, June 6, 2024.

“There are neurological adaptations associated with chronic pain and addiction, and new treatment options are needed. I work in these fields because I want to advance our understanding of their complex relationship.”

Don Kyle, Ph.D.
Chief Executive Officer, National Center for Wellness and Recovery