With the advent of COVID-19 and global quarantine, life as we know it is changed. How do you process something like this? How do you make room for the uncertainty and sadness? Dr. Carrie Wilkens offers support and advice.

The holiday season can be an especially difficult time to navigate heavy drinking social events. Here are 5 tips to help you help your loved one abstain from substances or maintain a moderation goal.

Have you ever said to yourself, “I shouldn’t be so mad about this”, “I should be able to handle this and it’s pathetic that I can’t”, “I can’t handle feeling so lost”, “or “I should be able to just get over this and move on”? Learn how to practice being kind to yourself during these painful moments.

When my daughter first started misusing substances, I knew I needed to change my approach to parenting, but I wasn’t sure how. When I learned that people with boundaries can be more compassionate because they don’t feel taken advantage of, it sparked a major realization for me.

There are many common myths about people who struggle with substance use disorders. One

The addiction treatment field, and specifically inpatient programs (or rehabs), have been in the

At CMC, we have lots of family members call us to ask for advice

If you are someone who loves someone misusing substances, it is likely that you

If you are worried about someone who is using substances, you likely want to help them change. One method that can help is positive reinforcement.