Ritalin, known generically as methylphenidate, is a medication widely used in the treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. While there are discussions about the long-term effects of Ritalin, it is essential to acknowledge that the medication is deemed safe for prolonged use when taken according to a medical professional's prescription. Current evidence [...]
Blog Submitted by Crystal Karges, MS, RDN, IBCLC for Addiction Hope Countless Americans across the nation are legally using a prescription medication under the supervision of their physician. Research from the Mayo Clinic revealed that nearly 7 out of 10 Americans are on at least one prescription drug, with twenty percent of patients taking five [...]
Contributor: Ryan Miller is a writer & blogger for DrugTreatmentCenterFinder.com, OceanBreezeRecovery.com and RecoveryHub.com In 2008, actor David Duchovny separated from his wife for cheating on her. In 2009, PGA champ Tiger Woods went through a highly publicized sex scandal. In 2010, reality TV star Jesse James divorced his wife when it was revealed that he’d slept [...]
Bio: Jack Britton, LPC, LCDC (both in the state of Texas) at Ranch at Dove Tree Education: Master of Arts in Addiction Counseling, Hazelden Graduate School of Addiction Studies, 2011; Master of Science in Accounting, Southern Methodist University, 2008. What drew you to the field of addiction treatment? Why? I worked as an auditor for [...]
Blog Post Contributed By: Richard Anderson, author of “From Darkness to Light: A Primer for Recovery” Mary's Story Mary is a middle-aged mother of three beautiful children. She has a Master’s degree in elementary education and is the mother of three beautiful children. She is smart, attractive and hard-working. She also spends an enormous amount [...]MEDICAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The service, and any information contained on the website or provided through the service, is provided for informational purposes only. The information contained on or provided through this service is intended for general consumer understanding and education and not as a substitute for medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information provided on the website is presented as is without any warranty of any kind, and expressly excludes any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.