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What Is Continuum of Care in Addiction Treatment?
Learn about the importance of connecting addiction assessment to detox to treatment. More on the continuum of care and ...
Telehealth in Addiction Treatment
A look at the applications, requirements, and best practices of telehealth in the treatment of chemical addictions. ...
Alcoholism and the Holiday Season | Tips for Families about Alcohol
What are some obvious signs of alcohol problems? How should you act around someone in recovery? More here on spending th ...
Drinking Vs. Drugs: Alcohol is Still America’s Number One Problem
Why are alcohol problems so prevalent in the U.S.? A look into the factors that drive people to drink…and how addictio ...
What is Medication Management in Addiction Treatment? 3 Things You Need to Know
Did you know that drug and alcohol addiction treatment can incorporate medications and genetic testing? Learn how one le ...
How to Talk to Your High School and College Aged Kids About Drugs and Alcohol
Are you prepared for ongoing talks with your kid about drugs and alcohol? Really good advice on how to get started: what ...
EMDR Therapy in the Treatment of Addiction
EMDR Therapy uses eye movements to directly affect the way the brain processes information and commits it to memory. How ...
Abuse Vs. Addiction: What’s the Difference?
A look at the clinical definitions of “substance abuse” and “addiction” with signs of each. Plus, a section on t ...
Post-Retirement Addiction and Its Treatment
Why are we seeing an increase in additive disorders in the 50+ Baby Boomer generation? What can be done about it? A look ...