Do you know these risk factors for alcohol relapse?

Loss of pleasure and smoking, yes smoking, can increase the risk of relapse. Here’s what you can do to help.

smoking, AddictionMark LevineMay 10, 2020smoking cessation Comment

Are you sober curious?

Stuck at home and drinking more than normal? You’re not alone. There’s never been a better time to get curious about sobriety.

Mark LevineApril 19, 2020Comment

Vaping, smoking and Substance abuse + Covid-19 = Complications

Smoking, vaping and substance abuse always carried significant risks. Now with Covid-19 they’re even greater. Learn how to get help.

Mark LevineMarch 29, 2020

Making Telehealth Accessible and Engaging

As of March 16, 2020 all sessions will be conducted via Telehealth. Here’s the information you need to know.

Mark LevineMarch 15, 2020Comment

Can harm reduction help?

Sometimes abstinence isn’t the only answer. That’s when it’s time to talk about harm reduction.

Mark LevineMarch 12, 2020 Comment

How do you confront a family member with an addiction?

Do you deliver an ultimatum, overwhelm them with tough love? The answer may surprise you: science with kindness.

Mark LevineMarch 1, 2020Comment

Drink too much but don't want to quit? Let's talk about harm reduction.

Doing something about the negative consequences from drinking, or smoking pot, doesn’t always mean complete abstinence. This is where harm reduction comes in.

AddictionMark LevineFebruary 20, 2020alcoho, harm reduction

The Power from Putting Behavior in Context

AddictionMark LevineJanuary 15, 2020Behavior, FamiliesComment

Understanding behaviors in addiction.

Behaviors make sense. Even in addiction. Understanding this is critical if you want to help your loved one.

AddictionMark LevineNovember 25, 2019Family.Comment

These Monsters are Real

There monsters in your head. And they are real. No treats. So what are you going to do?

MindfulnessMark LevineNovember 8, 2019Mental HealthComment

Emotional Regulation in 3 Circles

Sometimes it feels like we have no control over our brains. There’s a simple way to describe a complex series of interactions. Knowledge is power, and control.

Stress, MindfulnessMark LevineOctober 24, 2019Comment

Yes Marijuana Can Be Addictive

Marijuana is legal in 33 states. So it’s harmless, right? Not quite. Marijuana can be addictive like any other drug. Get the facts, and help.

AddictionMark LevineSeptember 27, 2019MarijuanaComment

Safer does not mean "safe". Vaping facts and how to quit.

Yes vaping is safer than cigarettes. But safer is not safe. Learn the facts and how to quit.

Addiction, smokingMark LevineSeptember 26, 2019vaping Comments

The inconvenient truth of Alzheimer's. The power of prevention.

Our brains are responsible for the way we think, our moods, personality, memory, creativity, and our social interactions. A healthy brain is key to a healthy and happy life. But Alzheimer’s disease robs us of who we are. Don’t stick your head in the sand. Here’s some important facts you need to know.

Mark LevineAugust 27, 2019Comment

Can I help her get treatment?

Can I help make the person I love enter treatment or do I have to wait for them to hit rock bottom? They answer may surprise you.

AddictionMark LevineAugust 13, 2019Family Comment

We love the Internet. What's too much?

We love the Internet. Oh let’s be honest, we adore the Internet. But how we do know if it’s too much?

Addiction, MindfulnessMark LevineJuly 23, 2019InternetComment

Overdose deaths are down, and I’m scared to death

Today the government reported that for the first time in 29 years, the total drug overdose deaths declined by 5% I know what you’re thinking, but please, don’t celebrate yet.

Addiction, NewsMark LevineJuly 17, 2019Minds at Peace LLCOverdoseComment

Alcohol and Uber: A double-edged sword

Since the introduction of ride sharing apps Uber and Lyft, the number of DUI arrests and convictions have decreased dramatically. That’s the good news, but not the only news.

AddictionMark LevineJune 6, 2019Minds at PeaceUberComment