Medical Director Donald Harline, MD

Alcoholism is a serious disease that affects millions of people each year. Like other substances, it can cause severe health issues, including wet brain. Wet brain is a serious condition that can devastate individuals who consume excessive alcohol. It is important to recognize the symptoms of … [Read more...] about What Is Wet Brain? Here’s What You Should Know

Addiction is a challenging issue to overcome. For many, traditional treatments may not always work to achieve long-term sobriety goals. That’s where Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy comes in. This alternative treatment is effective in treating addiction.  If you or … [Read more...] about A New Way to Treat Substance Use Disorder: EMDR for Addiction

Gabapentin is a common prescription medication used to treat various conditions, including seizures, restless leg syndrome, and unrelenting nerve pain. Recently, gabapentin abuse has been on the rise, leading to long-term adverse health issues and even death. While most people begin using … [Read more...] about What Are the Symptoms of Gabapentin Withdrawal? Here’s What You Should Know

Considered a schedule II drug, cocaine is a highly addictive illegal substance that leads to nearly 1.3 million Americans being diagnosed with cocaine use disorder. Classified as a stimulant, cocaine causes short bursts of elation immediately after use. While the highs are short-lived, cocaine … [Read more...] about How Long Does Cocaine Stay in Your System?

Alcoholism is a serious, albeit common disease affecting nearly 15 million Americans aged 12 and older yearly. While alcohol is a common beverage long served at restaurants, social gatherings, and events, it can cause a lot of harm for many individuals, especially those who become addicted to … [Read more...] about What Happens in Alcohol Rehab? Here’s What You Should Know

Nearly 39 million Americans struggle with substance use disorder. Often when someone living with addiction shows warning signs of a relapse or experiences relapse, many believe it is caused by a rash decision to start using drugs or alcohol again when that’s not the case. In fact, relapse is … [Read more...] about 3 Common Warning Signs of Relapse

Drugs and alcohol can take a significant toll on your body, especially if they are used for long periods before reaching sobriety. From physical and mental changes to those that affect your emotions and overall well-being, addiction can cause detrimental long-term effects long after the drugs or … [Read more...] about Understanding Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome

Substance abuse disorder and bipolar disorder are often simultaneously experienced. In fact, those living with bipolar disorder are more likely to experience drug addiction than those without a mental health disorder. Affecting nearly 5.7 million Americans, bipolar disorder is one of the more … [Read more...] about Understanding Bipolar and Drug Addiction Treatment

Nearly 1.3 million Americans have cocaine use disorder. Cocaine is an illegal substance that acts as a stimulant, causing short bursts of elation and “highs” immediately after taking it. People can either snort or inject cocaine, leading to short- and long-term adverse side effects that can … [Read more...] about Early Signs of Cocaine Use: Here’s What You Should Know