“The party has been over for a long time.” — It’s an insight that many of the young people in…
Addiction
(This story appeared on WCNC.com, Charlotte, NC) by Alicia Cook EDITOR’S NOTE: Alicia Cook, 29, lost her cousin to a…
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5 Ways Yoga and Mindfulness Can Help Fight Addictions
By: James E. Groves, MD Original Source: www.huffingtonpost.com Yoga combines both exercise and mindfulness (the practice of “non-judgmental attention to…
In the field of addiction recovery, we encounter many new and challenging circumstances. After all, each of our patients carries…
Addiction and mental illness often go hand in hand. Indeed, SAMHSA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) estimates that…
This April marks Alcohol Awareness Month, an important time for us to reflect on the damage that alcohol abuse can cause…
Understanding the Appropriateness of Outpatient versus Inpatient Residential Treatment
Many addiction treatment programs now have the option for patients to receive care either in an outpatient setting or residential/impatient…
The New Year and Setting Goals
It may sound like a cliché, but a new year really does bring the opportunity to start fresh, become healthier…
We all know of someone who drinks a little too much and holiday times can shine a spotlight on such…
The Challenges of The Holidays
The holiday season presents particular challenges to those suffering from substance abuse and addiction. While it would be ideal for…
Many prospective patients, parents and loved ones of those addicted to substances such as alcohol or drugs often wonder about…
CDC research published in Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report shows that deaths associated with heroin overdoses increased significantly in 2012….
New Drugs – New Challenges
It seems as though new and dangerous drugs are popping up around the country all too often. From bath salts…
Depression and Substance Abuse
With the recent passing of the popular and exceptionally talented comedian Robin Williams, a spotlight is once again shining directly…