Current Events: one clinician’s response to Dr. Christine Blasey-Ford’s sexual assault allegations against recently-confirmed Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. First things first: To sexual assault victims and survivors: we are here for you. We see you. We ache with you. We believe you. To people struggling with substance use and addiction: we are here [...]
You’ve probably heard the concept of ‘a rock bottom’ in addictions treatment. This is an oft-repeated phrase but it is a misconception that someone has to hit a rock bottom and suffer terribly before wanting to change. The other day, I attended a meeting with a group of very compassionate physicians and counselors who [...]
Though we hear a lot about opiates – rightly – alcohol use remain terrible problems in Massachusetts. You can take steps to improve the quality of your own life through treatment. However, the cost of alcohol programs in Massachusetts can vary widely and be prohibitive. Treatment is not a quick-fix, a one-time situation which [...]
