Addiction to opioids kills 78 people a day in America, which has more than quadrupled since 1999. This drastic spike has demanded the attention of the mental health field, and resulted in new treatments. One in particular is gaining momentum…
The brief YouTube video (with link below) highlights the origins of the “War on Drugs” and subsequent findings with advanced research and deeper examination into the flaws in the original study. The new conclusions are not only a revelation, they
On Tuesday June 9th, I will be conducting a presentation on problems of pain & addiction in the workplace at the Houston Chapter of the Employee Assistance Professionals monthly meeting. The problem of prescription painkillers has grown to become the most
Last week, I attended a most excellent presentation by Dr. Boone from La Hacienda Treatment center on “Addiction and Medications.” Dr. Boone was an engaging, informative and provocative speaker on topics including Pain, Anxiety, Insomnia, Anxiety, Colds, ADHD & Weight
In this day and age, our “Digital Diet” or time online with all social media available on the internet is expanding to the point of being a problem for more and more of the population at all ages. What do I
A book published in 2012 by Hazelden with the authors Shumway and Kimball provide some key elements for lasting recovery. I have highlighted some of their main premises about lasting recovery from addiction. Take a few moments to consider addiction
Chronic Pain can be unrelenting, however, there are methods that can free you from the cycle of pain. Since pain is influenced by many factors, you may need to take an inventory to determine how the following life issues may
This book by Shumway and Kimball provide some key elements for lasting recovery. I have highlighted some of their main premises. Take a few moments to consider addiction in your life, a family member, a friend or loved one and
Another article on problems associated with smoking showed up in an article by Randy Dotinga of Healthday in USA Today. For their study, published online July 11 in the journal Pediatrics, researchers examined the results of a 2007 U.S. telephone
These are some basics about alcohol dependence or abuse. Alcoholism or Alcohol Abuse is a progressive disease like Diabetes. It cannot be cured, only treated with ongoing support, AA and relapse prevention. Denial or about severity of impairment or underestimating
Dr. Mike Klaybor brings thirty years of experience in practicing counseling psychology with individuals and couples. His approach is cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT. Specific specialties include; anxiety and stress management, chronic pain & chronic illness management, depression, substance abuse evaluations, employee assistance and executive coaching for workplace performance and leadership.
