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Serene
AT Magazine Contributor
Serene G. has over 8 years of marketing experience as well as a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with a dual concentration in Biological Sciences and Social and Behavioral Sciences. While completing this degree, she completed numerous courses pertaining to substance abuse and mental health, such as Drugs and Behavior, Health Behavior and Society, and Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment, and Policy. She is also called to help those who struggle with addiction because she has seen multiple loved ones struggle with substance abuse. Today, Serene uses her knowledge, background, and passion to educate and connect with individuals and families afflicted by addiction.
Articles By Serene
What is a Natural Substitute for Adderall & Other ADHD Medication?
Daily life is more go-go-go than ever and everyone is looking for a boost. Some seek physical aids to keep them going, with the notion that staying awake longer will increase productivity. Others seek a cognitive boost to improve their output and performance at work...
What Is a Long-Term Rehab?
Rehab offers a place for those dealing with substance use disorders to get better. A comprehensive addiction treatment center provides various rehab programs that adapt to each patient's needs and recovery goals. Now, many believe long-term rehab offers the best...
How Changing the Language You Use Can Be a Part of Addiction Recovery
Addiction comes in many shapes and styles. It can be evident in some people or very subtle in others. Some people even find a way to become what's known as "high-functioning addicts." However, can changing the language we use to discuss addiction make a difference in...
How to Get Suboxone for Overcoming Opioid Addiction
A marvel of modern medicine, Suboxone is an FDA-approved medication used in the treatment of opioid addiction. This drug is a partial opioid which allows it to satisfy opioid receptors and thus, cravings, but without causing the habit-forming high. Despite Suboxone’s...
Suboxone vs. Methadone: Which is Better?
There’s no shortcut to overcoming drug addiction. However, advancements in modern medicine have discovered valuable pharmaceutical interventions that can make addiction recovery all the more bearable. Here are the most notable differences between the two most widely...
5 Examples of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques for Addiction Treatment
Medical advancements have vastly improved the efficacy of drug addiction treatment; there are medications that can ease withdrawal side effects, reduce cravings, and even reverse an overdose. But the key to lasting recovery, and ultimately, sobriety, will not be found...
Does Medicaid Pay for Rehab?
Medicaid is an integral part of healthcare coverage in the United States. Every state has its own eligibility guidelines. If you have a mental health condition that has led to addiction treatment, Medicaid could be a vital resource for getting the help you need. One...
Why an Alcoholic Cannot Love
Loving someone with an addiction to alcohol has its challenges and struggles. People who love alcoholics are often confused about how to deal with the emotional needs of their addict in recovery. A big issue for people is not knowing how the alcoholic will respond to...
A Guide to Giving Gifts to a Recovering Addict
Whether it’s for the holidays, a special occasion, or a birthday, giving gifts to a recovering addict can be challenging. Asking what they want can be troublesome because it can mean a trigger for them. And then, picking a gift that causes anxiety or even a relapse...