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22
Nov

Medication Assisted Treatment

Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) is a relatively recent addition to the armamentarium of treatment we have to offer those who are in recovery from Substance Use Disorders, or drug/alcohol addiction/abuse. New drugs are being added regularly to enhance the ability to remain free of the devastating effects of these substances. It actually began rather early, …

22
Nov

Attention Deficit Disorder

Attention Deficit Disorder, with or without hyperactivity, is an illness that has been around for a very long time. There are varying severities and a wide range of symptoms. In order to make an accurate diagnosis, a thorough evaluation precedes the diagnosis and specific criteria must be met prior to making the diagnosis. It is …

22
Nov

The Female Viagra Drug

It may be of interest to certain individuals that there is a medication out, a so-called “female Viagra drug”. It sounds pretty good, right? But not so fast! This medication ‘fliberanserin’ ADDYI (brand name)is a recently approved drug for a very specific female disorder, Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder and is only to be used by …

22
Nov

Recognizing Drug Usage in Your Children

Do you ever worry about your child possibly being involved in using drugs? Do you know some of the indicators that might tip you off about this? In my experience, wondering about your child as they begin to mature can be a nightmare. How does one explain some of the behaviors seen in these youth? …