addiction
Psychological Effects of Obesity
By Dr. Muhammad Feteiha, Advanced Surgical Associates Understanding obesity means much more than calorie counting and exercise regimens. Yes, the […]
Substance Abuse Counselor Responsibilities
Becoming a substance abuse counselor is a long process and rightly so. Remember, counselors have a very real responsibility to […]
The Dangers of Addiction Transfer
Addicts and substance abusers who are able to leave drugs in the rear view mirror have scaled one of the […]
Understanding Addiction In those Suffering from Obesity
By Dr. Matthew Lublin, Bariatric Surgeon As a bariatric surgeon, many patients come into my office wanting to lose a […]
How to Choose an Addiction Counselor
Oftentimes, when our loved ones hit rock bottom, it is us – the families, friends and loved ones – that […]
Recovery is Ultimately Self-Directed
Self-direction revolves around the principle that our clients are the agents of recovery and it is their authority, through informed […]
Social Media and the World of Addiction
Social media has become a staple in the lives of hundreds of millions of people throughout the United States and […]
Becoming an Addiction Counselor
The nature of addiction counseling is such that becoming a counselor is no easy task. Much like other professions where […]
Are You a Food Addict?
By Dr. Muhammad Feteiha, Bariatric Surgeon If you are obese or morbidly obese you may be wondering if you are […]
Difficulties in Treating HIV in Drug Users
The difficulty in treating HIV and AIDS in drug abusers lies partly in the fact that many of these abusers […]