“The all-or-nothing approach is never a good idea,” Seija says, because while some people can go cold turkey, it’s unrealistic to demand that everyone who drinks should quit forever. What people shouldn’t be doing is justifying their drinking because it’s supposed to be healthy, says Luis Seija, an internist and pediatrician at the University of […]
Sober living
When you think of video games, you might imagine popular shooters like Call of Duty or hyper-competitive titles like League of Legends. Just put on something like Zelda or Minecraft and melt into their peaceful, open worlds. Regardless of whether you watch a documentary, draw, or solve a crossword puzzle under a weighted blanket, the […]
Some of these include drugs that were once common prescriptions, such as Laudanaum. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized expansion of Medicare coverage to include opioid treatment programs delivering MAT (medication-assisted-treatment) effective Jan. 1, 2020. Our state-specific resource guides offer a comprehensive overview of drug and alcohol addiction treatment options available in […]
It is characterized by the compulsive use of substances or engagement in certain behaviors despite negative consequences. Addiction can have a profound impact on various aspects of a person’s life, including their physical health, mental well-being, relationships, and overall quality of life. During contemplation, individuals begin to acknowledge their problem and consider the possibility of […]
Having a drink while getting together with family or friends is often part of many special occasions. “Excessive alcohol consumption can cause nerve damage and irreversible forms of dementia,” Dr. Sengupta warns. Pancreatitis can be a short-term (acute) condition that clears up in a few days. But prolonged alcohol abuse can lead to chronic (long-term) […]