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Originally posted on Eleanor Health As the COVID-19 outbreak spreads and mandatory social distancing seems likely to extend for several weeks, addiction treatment as we know it has changed in several ways. From new patient intake to peer support groups, treatment programs have had to alter how different components are provided in order to protect the health of patients and staff alike. These changes have significantly impacted people who use methadone for medication-assisted treatment (MAT) as part of their overall treatment plan. How MAT Works Medical research studies show that MAT reduces the risk of death from overdose by as much as 60% in a year. When used properly, MAT can help to reduce substance cravings and increases the likelihood of a successful, long-term recovery. Under normal circumstances, this class of medications falls under strict federal regulations and involves regularly scheduled clinic visits. One of the most common MAT medications prescribed, methadone , requi...

Originally posted on Pinnacle Treatment Centers A methadone doctor is an expert in treating substance use disorders. He/she may handle other SUDs, but treating opioid dependency is their primary role. Why particularly opioid misuse? The statistics related to the misuse of this drug are quite alarming, with a staggering number of prescribed and illegal opioid misuse cases reported in the U.S. every year. Methadone doctors play a crucial role in saving those opioid-dependent individuals in the U.S. What is Methadone? An explanation for methadone doctors is impossible without understanding what methadone is. Methadone is a pain-relieving medication that came to the U.S. in 1974. Surprisingly, it became clear that this medication can be used to great effect in treating opioid dependency. Opioid Misuse in the U.S. The statistics related to  opioid addiction  explains the importance of methadone doctors. Opioid medications bind to the brain’s regions that regulate pain. An inc...

Originally posted on Eleanor Health North Carolina & Massachusetts – Eleanor Health , the first addiction and mental health services provider designed to deliver a whole-person, long-term patient recovery outcomes, issued the following statement today in regards to the Coronavirus and treatment at their facilities. “We know recovery is about building community and connection — sometimes that can’t be done in person but that shouldn’t stop progress and treatment,” stated Corbin Petro CEO and Co-Founder of Eleanor Health. “If any of our community members are concerned about the coronavirus and coming into a medical facility, that’s ok, but their treatment and recovery doesn’t need to stop.  Eleanor will work with you to find a suitable virtual option to ensure you stay on the path to wellness.” Eleanor Health is rethinking how to treat addiction with a cutting-edge approach  designed to meet patients where they are in their recovery journey, through outpatient clinics, c...

Originally posted on Pinnacle Treatment Centers Substance use disorder (SUD) or  drug addiction  is a disease that negatively affects a person’s brain and behavior. A person can become obsessed with any legal or illegal drugs. Some people can get addicted to  certain medications . This addiction gradually starts developing when the individual continues to consume the drug despite the impairment it causes. Nicotine,  marijuana  and  alcohol  are commonly misused drugs in today’s world. What Causes Drug Addiction? An action performed once as an experiment in a social situation can soon develop into a habit. An experimental use of alcohol at a college party can be used as an example. Substances such as alcohol and nicotine can affect the way one feels. Some people enjoy the physical and mental stimulations these substances create. In most cases, it is highly likely for the individual to get obsessed with such feelings. This condition ultimately leads t...

NEWPORT BEACH, CA — The National Trial Lawyers is pleased to announce that Tsion Chudnovsky of Chudnovsky Law has been selected for inclusion into its Top 100 Trial Lawyers, an honor given to only an elite group of lawyers for their superior skills and qualifications in the practice of criminal defense. Membership in this exclusive organization is by invitation only and is limited to the top 100 attorneys who have demonstrated excellence and achieved outstanding results in their careers. The National Trial Lawyers is a professional organization comprised of the premier trial lawyers from across the country who have demonstrated exceptional qualifications in their area of the law. Tsion Chudnovsky’s selection by The National Trial Lawyers as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer shows that Chudnovsky Law has superior qualifications and trial results as a criminal defense trial lawyer. About Chudnovsky Law   Chudnovsky Law is a preeminent Orange County criminal defense lawyer and DUI lawyer Or...

Originally posted on Caron If you or someone you know is suffering from or at risk of an alcohol addiction, take the next step and reach out to a Caron specialist at  877-920-4849  or  contact us  online.   As women we want it all. We want to manage our home, work, and social lives, and do it all while keeping everyone else happy. But the reality is that, for many of us, it’s a façade, because behind the scenes we’re struggling. This inner struggle between what we need to do every day and what we’re feeling is driving an increase in consumption of alcohol and substances to cope. This use is killing women at a greater rate than ever, but women’s substance use disorder remains underdiagnosed and under-treated. One of the reasons behind this epidemic among women is ingrained in our culture – women are the caregivers. As the caregivers, we help others and deeply believe we should not need help ourselves. The truth is, no matter if you are a stay-at-home, workin...

Originally posted on Caron If you or someone you know is suffering from or at risk of an alcohol addiction, take the next step and reach out to a Caron specialist at  877-920-4849  or  contact us  online.   The college years can be an emotionally and physically demanding time. Three out of four college students say they’re stressed, according to  a recent study of 67,000 college students . Worse, one in five of these students reported thoughts of suicide, while one in 10 had attempted it. This is twice the national average for adults! Coupled with this is the dropout rate.  Less than 40% of first-time students  entering a four-year college graduate after four years with a degree. After six years,  only 52%  will have earned a degree. Success at college is not guaranteed. I work closely with students in high school and college who struggle with the transition to college. Always, parents are eager to know, “Is my child ready for coll...

Originally posted on Caron If you or someone you know is suffering from or at risk of an alcohol addiction, take the next step and reach out to a Caron specialist at  877-920-4849  or  contact us  online.   In this year’s  Monitoring the Future report , we saw an increase in teen vaping, with both nicotine and THC. However, we must remember that these statistics are not just numbers; each represents a child. One child using any kind of substance is one too many. The survey provides evidence of the importance of education and prevention. Starting early and often, children need consistent messaging about alcohol and other substances. Repeated education and prevention strategies from schools, healthcare professionals, parents, spiritual leaders, coaches and other appropriate community partners is essential. We empower teens to make healthy choices by teaching them lifelong skills to handle a range of emotions and situations in a constructive way. We know...

Originally posted on Caron If you or someone you know is suffering from or at risk of an alcohol addiction, take the next step and reach out to a Caron specialist at  877-920-4849  or  contact us  online.   Women have a unique journey in recovery. We have an innate instinct for caregiving, which often leads us to put the needs of others before our own. It can drive us to present ourselves as perfect and devote our energy to taking care of others. Whether professionally, personally, or with our families, we may  keep secrets  that destroy us if we don’t get the help we need to be truly heard and respected. We need to learn to love ourselves first and unconditionally and respect our true paths. For me, recovery was about honoring my voice. It’s about being content living my life in an authentic way. Every decision I made for more than 50 years was based on how I could take care of someone or something else. Now, I know how to honor  my own need...

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Originally posted on Future Health Care As the United States braces for an unprecedented time of ‘social distancing’ due to  coronavirus disease 2019 or COVID-19 , a few other countries, according to the United Nations (UN), are now seeing a decline in cases from this fast-spreading disease. And while the U.S. is just beginning to see the impact of this virus, it’s vital to remember that just as this is beginning to slow in  China and South Korea , it will also pass for us. As reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on March 19, 2020, there were more than  10,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 150 deaths  with  numbers projected  to rise. And while these numbers and projections can be alarming, it’s essential to remain calm, avoid feeding into fear, and act in the most effective manner to ensure not only your own health and well being but that of our nation. Solidarity is more important now than ever. COVID-19 and Sobriety Dur...