American Addiction Institute of mind & medicine

Creating a Better Tomorrow

Author: Mahan Naeim

lapse vs relapse

The Difference between Lapse Vs Relapse

Understanding The Root Cause of Addiction We view addiction as a chronic disease that has complicated roots and necessitates a dynamic approach in order for treatment to be effective. Addiction is not a disease of personal weakness or short-comings. We live in a society that is continually becoming more dehumanized and detached from personal connections

Read More »
medical detox

What is harm reduction?

What is Harm Reduction? There is no universal definition for harm reduction. It is best to think about harm reduction as a set of principles and practices that focus on improving public health and decreasing mortality with evidence based methods. Harm reduction can be a theory, describe a public policy, or manifest itself as a

Read More »
Scroll to Top