The Anatomy of Addiction

Overcoming the triggers that stand in the way of recovery.

by Drs. Morteza and Karen Khaleghi

That Place In Between

Passion is key in that it makes it possible to become proficient. Passion allows for intellectual exploration and creativity that wouldn’t be accessed without passionate pursuit, so being passionate about what you do each day makes room for success. Read More

Woman Warriors

Just in the past week there have been numerous articles and TV segments about women, stress, anxiety and the use of medication.In a segment of the Today show this morning they referred to the statistic that one quarter of women report to use medication to deal with stress, anxiety and as a sleep aid calling this pill use "mother's new little helpers". Read More

The Process of Discovery for Women: Exercise vs. Body Work

I have a fundamental and profound belief in discovery and recovery, and this belief guides me in my work with women. In discovery, I help women to understand that it is through looking back that they can make sense of their current reality. The need to have life make sense is intrinsic to all of us. Read More

The Slippery Slope

The American Academy of Pediatrics came out with new guidelines for the diagnosis of ADHD in children. The age of diagnosis has been changed to 4 - 18 years old with the previous age guidelines of 6 - 12. Read More

What Is Dual Diagnosis?

Dual Diagnosis describes a practice that treats people who suffer from both an addiction and a psychiatric disorder. Read More

National Recovery Month: Connecting the Dots

September is National Recovery Month. The observance began in 1989 as Treatment Works and has grown to a national recognition of the successes made by those seeking treatment as well as those providing treatment. Read More

National Recovery Month: Connecting The Dots

September is National Recovery Month. The observance began in 1989 as Treatment Works and has grown to a national recognition of the successes made by those seeking treatment as well as those providing treatment. SAMHSA (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration) has done a fantastic job promoting the gains made in the treatment of addiction while Read More