A Fast and Easy Way to Detox off Opioids
These were not my words, but the words of a patient who completed a 5-day opioid detox with us a few weeks ago. A couple of years ago, his detox would probably have been 3 days—he believed he was using a gram or a gram and a half of heroin a day—but when fentanyl was...
Drinking Alcohol in Moderation, What Does This Mean?
If you are reading this, you or a family member is likely questioning whether or not you or they are drinking alcohol in moderation or if it is a problem. Here’s what you need to know. Questions to Ask When Considering Alcohol Consumption Many situations and concerns...
Gray Area Drinking: 6 Warning Signs & How to Get Help
If you are considering changing your relationship with alcohol, explore 6 warning signs that you may be a gray area drinker and how to get help with the Coleman Institute. What Is Gray Area Drinking? As we begin to think about Substance Use Disorders (SUD) in new...
Stop Drinking Alcohol: 5 Questions to Ask Yourself
I recently met with a patient who, after about 40 years of very regular drinking, made the decision to quit drinking. Her decision to stop drinking alcohol was not easy. She associated drinking wine with many aspects of her life: sharing a bottle of wine with her...
