June is Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, and in this podcast addiction specialist, Clare Waismann, RAS/SUDCC and psychotherapist David Livingston, LMFT are discussing the relationship between PTSD and substances like alcohol and opioids. Listen as they discuss the causes of trauma, symptoms, available treatments, and when alternate coping mechanisms such as substance use come…
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Clare Waismann, RAS/SUDCC and David Livingston, LMFT are discussing the need for a greater mental health focus in our culture. Mental health is an incredibly important part of our overall health and it is time to come together and raise awareness on mental health issues. For too long, mental…
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With so many crises happening in the world, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. Stress overload, emotional fatigue, and hopelessness can be huge triggers for substance abuse and relapse to symptoms of dependence. Clare Waismann, RAS/SUDCC and David Livingston, LMFT discuss the emotional and psychological impact of exposure to crisis-related trauma, and ways to…
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One of the most alarming trends in the rising amount of drug overdose is the increase of deaths among young people. Middle-schoolers, typically aged 10-14, are experiencing higher rates of drug overdose than ever before, due to the presence of fentanyl in recreational drugs. David Livingston, LMFT, Clinical Director, Domus Retreat and Dwight Hurst, LPC,…
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Today’s question is an old one in the world of addiction. Does an individual need to abstain from all substances for recovery success? Are addictions to all substances connected, and is there some universal definition for “recovery” and staying “clean”? Clare Waismann, RAS/SUDCC and David Livingston, LMFT discuss these questions, addressing the importance of understanding the dangers of…
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It’s been 23 years since Waismann Method was first introduced. In this podcast, founder Clare Waismann, RAS/SUDCC discusses how she has seen opioid treatment evolve throughout the years, especially rapid detoxification, from its inception as an overnight process to today’s comprehensive, effective and individualized form of medically assisted opioid detoxification. Episode 34: Celebrating 23 Years…
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This is the first year that there have been more than 107,000 verified opioid overdose deaths in US History, a likely grossly underestimated number. In this episode, Clare Waismann, RAS/SUDCC and David Livingston, LMFT, discuss this ongoing health crisis, the rising presence of Fentanyl in illicit drug use, and the threat this poses to our…
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If you’ve ever wondered how long fentanyl stays in your system, you first have to consider the type of fentanyl in question. Understanding the differences between pharmaceutical grade and illicit fentanyl, as well as their analogues, can mean the difference between life and death. The increasing presence of illicit fentanyl and its fatal consequences in…
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The history of rapid detox is just one part of a much deeper history of opiate dependence. Since the earliest days, drug treatment options were quite limited, and protocols primarily involved shame and suffering. Initially, people began noticing the adverse effects of opiate addiction during the American Civil War, when field doctors used morphine on soldiers to manage…
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Most people think of the holidays as a season of joy and celebration with friends and family. However, for some, the holidays are a time of stress, precipitated by the prospect of difficult family gatherings, financial pressures, and an array of demands which can bring sadness, loneliness, anxiety, and intense feelings of depression. In some…
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