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Cannabis-related ER visits up 44% in NY amid COVID. What’s behind the rise?

May 3, 2023

A 2021 study about a rise in cannabis-related emergency room visits sparked discussion from Mountainside experts Jana Wu and Zachary Cohn. Wu shares how marijuana potency has increased in recent years, providing users with a stronger, longer-lasting high, and Cohn talks about his recovery from cannabis use disorder.

Yahoo News

Concerns about the strength of new cannabis and how to help those with addiction

May 2, 2023

Jana Wu, Director of Cultural Integration, talks about the rise in cannabis potency, and what it means, and offers solutions to help those addicted.

Yahoo News

Zachary Cohn, now a recovery coach, talks about his cannabis addiction early in his life

May 2, 2023

Recovery Coach Zachary Cohn opens up about his experience with marijuana and the stigma that often comes attached to cannabis use disorder.

Authority Magazine

Taking the Leap: Philip Osher of Mountainside Treatment Center On How To Learn To Believe In Yourself

April 30, 2023

As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, who dealt with addiction and stuttering, Recovery Coach Philip Osher faced unique challenges early on in his life. Philip was always overly self-critical but eventually learned that loving and accepting yourself takes time, dedication, and practice. Check out his incredible story.

National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers

Mountainside NYC Recovery Hub 2.0 Brings Greater Addiction Treatment and Care to the Heart of Manhattan

April 26, 2023

Mountainside NYC Recovery Hub is expanding and enhancing the recovery experience for New Yorkers suffering from addiction and for the community around them.

The Lakeville Journal

Mountainside to Relaunch NYC Recovery Hub

April 26, 2023

The three-story facility in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan, opened in 2019, is dedicated to expanding and enhancing the recovery experience for individuals suffering from addiction, and for the community around them.

Altoona Mirror

Mountainside Offers Scholarship to Students

April 21, 2023

Mountainside is providing $10,000 worth of academic scholarships to high school juniors and seniors impacted by addiction living in CT, MA, NY, NJ, and PA.

AARP

Sober Curious? 9 Expert Tips to Cut Back on Alcohol

April 18, 2023

Many people are reevaluating their relationship with drinking and exploring a growing trend called, “sober curious.” Kristin Hankins, Program Manager of Mountainside Wilton, shares tips on how people can become more mindful about their drinking habits.

Authority Magazine

How Anyone Can Build Habits For Optimal Wellness, Performance, & Focus

April 18, 2023

Senior Clinician Alyssa Unikewicz talks about the importance of having dedication when forming healthy habits. She explains that developing good habits can start with simply making your bed in the morning.

Medical News Today

Opioid overdoses: Deaths involving buprenorphine didn’t increase after prescription rules were relaxed

April 14, 2023

During COVID-19, practitioners could begin remotely prescribing buprenorphine to treat opioid use disorder, however, skeptics were concerned this would contribute to a rise in opioid-related overdoses involving buprenorphine. Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Dwenger shares his insights on this discussion.

Newsweek

Fury as Woman Demands Apology From Boyfriend After ‘Wild’ Family Party

April 12, 2023

Program Manager of Mountainside Huntington, Julia Purcaro, shares her insights on a Reddit post where a woman became upset with her boyfriend after he made a hurtful and stereotypical comment about her family.

Psychology Today

Women and PTSD: Using a Trauma-Informed Approach to Heal

April 7, 2023

With women experiencing PTSD at nearly twice the rate of their male counterparts, Jana Wu dives into the correlation between women and trauma and how EMDR can be a helpful treatment modality.

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