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New Documentary Shows the Miraculous Effects of Ibogaine in Treating Mental Health Disorders

A new documentary, In Waves and War, follows three retired Navy SEALs who seek out ibogaine therapy for mental health disorders.

Elements of Addiction Recovery

Recovery from addiction is not a condition but a process, and a never-ending one, at that.

Senior Citizens and Substance Use Disorders

The Wall Street Journal calls attention to the unique problems of aging addicts in America.

Beyond Detox, Beyond Sobriety

Where alcohol is concerned, detoxification or “drying out” is not treatment, but only the first step toward a booze-free existence.

Building Resistance in Adolescents: Peer Pressure vs. DARE

Two studies look at the influence of peer pressure and substance abuse prevention programs on the risk-taking behavior of adolescents.

Parent-Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT) Increases Resilience in Children

A new randomized, controlled trial of Parent-Child Interactive Therapy (PICT) for toddlers shows significant results in improving resilience in children.