Addiction Blog
Addiction in Boston: Understanding the Epidemic
The United States is in the grips of a nationwide drug and alcohol epidemic that has left no community untouched. Though the opioid crisis has …
Can Liver Damage Be Reversed?
The liver is one of the most essential organs of the body. While many associate the liver with producing bile to enhance digestion, it has …
President Biden Recognizes National Recovery Month
September is National Recovery Month In a recent proclamation from the White House, President Biden formally recognized September as National Recovery Month. In this message, …
Addressing Burnout Among Health Care Professionals
Burnout has long been a problem for healthcare providers. The stress of the job itself, combined with the ever more complex administrative duties and requirements …
Does Alcohol Cause Cancer?
Until fairly recently, the causes of many types of cancer were not well understood. As research continues, the medical establishment and research scientists are getting …
988: New Mental Health Crisis Hotline
Last week, government officials gathered in Philadelphia to unveil 988: the nation’s new mental health crisis hotline. On Saturday, July 16th, people all over the …
Study: Treating Alcoholism With Medication
Though alcohol is legal, culturally acceptable and easily obtainable, that does not make it safe to consume. Tragically, alcoholism is a leading cause of disability, …
International Self-Care Day
Self-care has become somewhat of a buzzword in recent years, but it’s more than a passing fad. Self-care encompasses any healthy activity you do to …
Occupational Stress and Substance Use Disorder
Every profession has its stressors, but for some, managing workplace pressure proves to be too much. As a result, many seek to cope in unhealthy …
Substance Use in Medical Students During COVID-19
Training for a new profession is stressful, and this stress level is amplified for students in the medical field. Whether they are first-year students or …
