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It certainly makes sense that if you suffer from a major mental illness, you should stay away from pot.

Busy professionals, though, may rely on “taking notes,” and doing the more formal documentation “later, when there’s time.”

Clinicians who improve their skills produce better outcomes for the client.

Social networking speech is protected, in the United States at least, by the same Constitution that protects other forms of speech.

By the time a client lands in treatment, it may be hard to tell whether their family relationships offer a potential asset or a problem set to address.

It’s often difficult for family members to see the real extent and nature of the damage addiction has caused to themselves and the family.

Focusing on the areas most likely to challenge sobriety can help the person in recovery prepare positive responses.

The trick is to sustain the gains made in rehab in the vast uncontrolled experiment that is everyday life.

Clinicians working with addicted offenders and ‘coerced’ (court-ordered) clients often find these problems complicating substance abuse treatment; this tool can help identify particular areas of concern.

Make specific changes that make it easier to live without tobacco. Your lifestyle should promote your physical, spiritual, and psychological well-being.