Category: Addiction

Eating Habits and Supplements: Answers for the Recovering Addict?

Contributor: Erica Smith, MA, NCC for San Juan Capestrano Hospital The process of recovering from an addiction to any type of substance can be a long and arduous one. For the recovering addict, taking the first step by admitting that a problem exists is of the utmost importance. However, it takes a lot of courage [...]
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What to Expect When Receiving Care During the Holidays & New Year

Contributor: Greenleaf clinical team member Erica Smith, M.A., NCC The holidays are typically a time for families and friends to come together and enjoy each other’s company as they celebrate the year that has passed. It is a time for relaxing, enjoying time spent with loved ones, and celebrating the spirit of the holidays. But, [...]
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Helping a Teenager Overcome an Addiction to Drugs

Contributor: Riverwoods Behavioral Health clinical team member, Erica Smith, M.A., NCC Teenagers are one the most at-risk populations for addiction to various substances. One of the most common drugs used by this age group is marijuana. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, a survey conducted in 2013 showed that the following students had [...]
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