When thinking about professions that have high rates of substance abuse, those that come to mind first are probably fields like military service and first responders, who are exposed to trauma and distress in their line of work. What may not receive as much attention is the substance abuse problem that exists in the restaurant [...]
Healthcare workers probably don’t come to mind when you think of professions that are vulnerable to addiction, but those in this field are not immune to substance abuse. In some cases, healthcare professionals may struggle with addiction, leading those who spend their lives caring for others to need care themselves. Does substance abuse really occur [...]
While there are many factors that can contribute to the risk for an addiction or substance use disorder, one risk factor that is deserving of attention is the link between specific professions and substance use disorders. While a job alone cannot cause addiction, there are some professions in which the rates of substance abuse are [...]
Police and other law enforcement officers, such as highway patrolmen and detectives, are often tasked with the job of investigating and responding to drug and alcohol-related crimes, so they might be the last people you would expect to be affected by addiction. That being said, the risk that comes with working in law enforcement can [...]
It’s no secret that serving in the military is challenging and can have a negative effect on mental health. Between rigorous physical training, time away from family, and exposure to combat, military work takes its toll. It is no surprise, then, that those in this line of work are at a heightened risk of substance [...]
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for addiction has grown in popularity in recent years, especially in the wake of the opioid epidemic. As more and more people seek treatment for addiction, MAT has come to the forefront as an effective option. Not only does MAT work; it also literally saves lives. If you or a loved one [...]
There is a strong need for substance use disorder treatment in the United States. In fact, according to data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), about 21.2 million Americans aged 12 and older need substance use disorder treatment in a given year, but only 3.7 million people receive such treatment. There [...]
The iRecoveryUSA team, including Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Jeffrey Zipper, Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Jeffrey Huttman, and Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Melanie Rosenblatt, were joined by celebrity guest, former Denver Bronco and current Recovery Ambassador, Vance Johnson, as well as representatives from many addiction recovery organizations throughout Florida to share their mission in providing accessible, affordable treatment to all [...]
Receiving online drug and alcohol treatment in your home is a miraculous option. Online recovery programs work because they are private, affordable, and accessible. You can find success with a comprehensive, virtual program.
The need for private, safe and accessible substance and mental health treatment during times of national crisis. Our group of experienced physicians and psychologists at iRecovery, had already been working on a large scale roll out of comprehensive telemedical services for our patients suffering with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, when reports of [...]
