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Addiction

Staying Vigilant to Maintain Recovery from Addiction

Jasleen Salwan M.D., M.P.H., F.A.S.A.M. on March 24, 2024

Threats to maintaining abstinence from alcohol and other drugs can arise at any time. Here's how to guard against them.

Threats to maintaining abstinence from alcohol and other drugs can arise at any time. Here's how to guard against them.

Addiction

Cannabis Addiction Is a Treatable Medical Condition

Jasleen Salwan M.D., M.P.H., F.A.S.A.M. on September 24, 2023

Yes, cannabis addiction is real. And yes, it can be treated. Here's how.

Yes, cannabis addiction is real. And yes, it can be treated. Here's how.

Addiction

This Underutilized Addiction Medication Can Save Lives

Jasleen Salwan M.D., M.P.H., F.A.S.A.M. on April 7, 2023

Looking for treatment for opioid addiction for yourself or your loved one? Buprenorphine is effective, safe, and hopefully on the way to becoming more widely accessible.

Looking for treatment for opioid addiction for yourself or your loved one? Buprenorphine is effective, safe, and hopefully on the way to becoming more widely accessible.

Alcoholism

Alcohol Addiction: The Case for Treatment by Primary Care Providers

Jasleen Salwan M.D., M.P.H., F.A.S.A.M. on December 24, 2022

Not everyone has to go away to rehab. Like other medical conditions, alcohol use disorder is treatable with medications and support from a primary care provider

Not everyone has to go away to rehab. Like other medical conditions, alcohol use disorder is treatable with medications and support from a primary care provider