Are you concerned about how alcohol is affecting your central nervous system? Brain health is an important issue. The quality of our life experience depends on cognitive function. If we…
Naltrexone is a medication that is used to treat both alcohol dependence and opioid dependence. Naltrexone is a prescription medication that is classified as an opioid antagonist. That means that…
What holidays are most difficult to get through drug or alcohol free? You are probably wondering why I am writing about the holidays and holiday sobriety in April. We are…
My patient, the addicted rock star. Leaving active addiction behind and moving forward in life with a clear head can feel as exhilarating as walking out on stage in front…
What is methadone maintenance therapy? In the 1960s, Dr. Vincent Dole and his wife, Dr. Marie Nyswander, developed the original methadone maintenance program in New York City. At the time,…
Will Adial's AD04 revolutionize alcohol and drug addiction treatment? For the past century, doctors and scientists have searched for the answers to treating addiction successfully. Early on, experts realized that…
Does alcohol cause cancer? Recently, the American Cancer Society released a statement that the best amount of alcohol to consume regularly is none. Previously, they recommended that we limit our…
Do you know how to get someone into rehab against their will?If you are addicted to alcohol or drugs, you know that you must quit. You are fully aware that…
Is it possible to detox at home? What happens if I quit drinking by myself without going to rehab?Are you thinking of quitting alcohol? Have you decided not to check…
Have you heard of these medications that can help you stop drinking alcohol? Acamprosate vs naltrexone, which one works best?If you are concerned about gray area drinking, occasional, or frequent…