C. Scott McMillin | Recovery SI

Evidence is Great, But…

Posted by C. Scott McMillin | May 6, 2019 | Programs | 0 |

Research admittedly takes a long time, including the need for replication, and patients in clinical programs aren’t necessarily willing to wait.

Many so-called “heavy drinkers” do in fact meet criteria for an AUD, but quite a few do not.

Posted by C. Scott McMillin | Apr 29, 2019 | Public Health | 0 |

It’s as if we can’t conceive of life without drowning ourselves in abusable substances.

Those of us who work in treatment quickly sense a problem: people with addictions aren’t likely to respond to this approach.

…despite the rapid growth in new cases, the number still doesn’t equal alcohol.