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DBT Techniques for Treating Substance Use Disorders

Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) is a type of psychotherapy used in addiction recovery. Psychologist Marsha M. Linehan developed the therapy to treat suicidality. Now substance abuse treatment centers in Tampa, FL, and elsewhere, use DBT techniques as first-line treatment for severe forms of mental disorders. They include those who don’t respond to standard treatments, such…

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Mixing Alcohol and Prescription Drugs

In our society, alcohol use is legal and widely accepted. In moderation, many adults consume alcohol responsibly, but used in access, alcohol can create a litany of problems. One of the ways that alcohol use can escalate to becoming extremely problematic is when alcohol is mixed with prescription drugs. Though these medications are often prescribed…

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How to Address Drinking at Work

Drinking at work can be a serious problem, and it can lead to a range of negative consequences for both the employees and the organization. From the impaired judgment and reduced productivity to increased absenteeism and the potential for accidents, alcohol use at work can cause a damaging ripple effect. When someone is struggling with…

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Doctors and Drug Abuse

Drug and alcohol abuse is a significant problem that has far-reaching consequences for both individuals and society as a whole. The abuse of drugs and alcohol by doctors and other health professionals, however, comes with its own set of consequences. In addition to the negative effects on the individual doctor’s health and profession, there is…