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As is the case with substance use disorders (SUDs), you can’t simply “judge a book by its cover” if you suspect a loved one is…

When a Twelve-Step group such as AA, Al-Anon, or NA brings out a huge frosted layer cake to celebrate someone’s recovery anniversary, most people will…

Addiction Treatment Expert Advises Families to Act NowWe all want to be festive and celebrate the holidays with family around us.However, alcohol and substance use…

Guest column: Navigating the holiday season in recoveryBy Dr. Deni CariseFor anyone in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction, the holiday season can pose significant…

Pop culture and media messages have led some to believe eating disorders are a female issue, but the reality is that about one in three…

A Second ChanceI first started using when I was sixteen. I was taking drinks from my parents’ bar, you know, doing the typical high school…

Deni Carise, PhD and Chief Scientific Officer, is often asked what to look for in treatment programs. 

Some Advice from Our Substance Abuse Treatment CentersMore than 90% of individuals who are struggling with addiction agree to undergo substance abuse treatment when confronted…

Relapse risk is the nemesis of most people in recovery: around half of those who detox successfully will return to drug use at some point.…