Much of my practice is centered on addiction and mental health. I spend time with patients struggling with substance abuse, coming along side of them to facilitate overcoming a maladaptive behavior. In a sense working with addiction is habit breaking. … Continue reading
Last week I highlighted several aspects of weight loss. As promised, here is a little bit more about the role of hormones. Hormonal imbalances are often associated with weight loss. Though not always the case, a slight imbalance can be … Continue reading
It is astounding how many patients come to me struggling with weight-loss, and I can completely empathize! After recently losing over 25lbs on my new Phase 5 diet, I have started using it with patients and so far the results … Continue reading
When living in Vancouver the concept of substance abuse and drug addiction is not new – especially if you have ever been down East Hastings. In a CBC article Dr. Carl Hart discusses how the drugs themselves are not the … Continue reading
Continuing with the theme of non-substance addictions, addiction to money, work, and material goods. I mentioned in my last post the importance of recognizing addictions are not about the object of addiction but the behavior – the dependence and impact … Continue reading
When we think of addiction it is often alcohol or banned substances that come to mind. Too often we focus on the substance and not the behavior. By thinking this way, it is easy to dismiss addictions to chocolate, sugar … Continue reading
Scott Oake, a CBC broadcaster, was recently interviewed by the host of the CBC radio show, Definitely Not the Opera. He spoke as a family member of an addict – highlighting the enormous strain on the support system of an … Continue reading
Has your drinking, or drug use become an issue? Are you looking support or a support network to help you quit and get sober? Alcoholics anonymous (AA) and Narcotics anonymous (NA) are international fellowships for men and women who … Continue reading
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