Adolescence is a tumultuous time marked by exploration, identity formation, and, unfortunately, increased vulnerability to substance use and addiction. When young people find themselves grappling with addiction, the journey to recovery can feel isolating and overwhelming. However, one of the most powerful tools in overcoming addiction is the support of a strong community. Understanding the […]
Category: Addiction & Recovery
Galaxy Gas: What You Need to Know
In recent years, a concerning trend has emerged among teens and young adults: the recreational use of nitrous oxide, commonly known as “whippets” or “laughing gas.” One brand that has gained attention is Galaxy Gas, often associated with the use of nitrous in party settings. While some may view this as a harmless way to […]
Fentanyl is Still an Issue, How Can you Stay Safe?
It’s an unfortunate reality that there are still massive quantities of Fentanyl being found crossing the border and in many of the substances being sold on the street. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that was originally produced medically as a strong post-surgical pain killer. It is 150x stronger than morphine. Today, the lethal drug is […]
Match the Effort
You’re here because what you’re doing isn’t working. We’re here because what you’re doing isn’t working. What we do at New York Center for Living is working. Your child has been evaluated and a treatment plan has been suggested. Once you hear the level of commitment required, you find excuses not to participate at the […]
Commit to Quit: Helpful Tips for Nicotine Cessation
Today, November 16th, 2023, marks the Great American Smokeout—an event organized by the American Cancer Society to provide resources and support to people in an effort to help them quit smoking cigarettes and other nicotine products. As a physician, I remain seriously concerned about the effects of tobacco products on peoples’ short- and long-term health. […]
What Are The Effects of Alcoholism on Vitamin Depletion?
Effects of Alcoholism on Vitamin Depletion Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is the leading substance abuse issue in the United States. It kills approximately 88,000 individuals each year through direct and indirect causes and can lead to serious long-term physical and psychological health issues, one of the most common of which is vitamin deficiency. Prolonged and […]
The Dangers of Vaping
Table of Contents: To download the full Ebook, click here Introduction Vaping is a popular pastime that skyrocketed to stardom just as tighter non-smoking laws were sweeping the country. E-cigarettes hit the market in 2007, and they became an instant hit among people who enjoyed being able to “smoke” anywhere or smoke without the associated […]
Social Media and Addiction
Word of Mouse Advertising Many of us who work in the field of addiction have long suspected that social media and young people struggling with drug/alcohol addiction go hand in hand. Previously, if a kid saw several friends drinking or smoking marijuana, he might want to try it himself. In a sense it’s natural for […]
Re-Entry: An Exciting and Challenging Time In Recovery
The period of time immediately following one’s stay at a residential treatment facility for addiction is one of the most misunderstood periods of recovery. Family members, partners, friends, employers and even clients often have the misconception that a person who has just completed a course of treatment is not only healthy, clean and sober, but is […]