What’s the Difference Between P…
According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 15.6% (43.7 million) of people aged 12 or older needed substance use treatment in 2021. Ch…
Substance Abuse and Women’s Health
Substance abuse can have a significant impact on women’s physical and mental health. Women who abuse substances are at a higher risk for a va…
Functional Medicine in Addiction Reco…
Functional medicine can be a wonderful part of holistic addiction recovery. The term refers to a form of healthcare that focuses on the underlying …
The Fentanyl Crisis in Colorado
Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid narcotic between 50 and 100 times more potent than morphine, is largely responsible for an increasing number of opioid…
What is “Wet Brain”?
“Wet brain”, also known as Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, is a form of brain damage that is caused by a deficiency of thiamine (vitamin B…
Can I Legally Make My Teen Go To Subs…
As a parent, it can be a difficult decision to make when your teenager is struggling with mental health issues, addiction, or other behavioral prob…
How Confidential Is Treatment In The …
In general, treatment for substance use and mental health in Colorado is highly confidential. In this article, we explore the fine print on laws su…
What is Motivational Interviewing?
Motivational interviewing (MI) is a counseling approach developed by William Miller and Stephen Rollnick in the 1980s. It is a directive, client-ce…
What is LifeRing?
LifeRing is a nonprofit organization that provides support for individuals recovering from addiction. It offers a secular, peer-led approach to rec…
