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Decoding the Struggle: Understanding the Neurobiology of Opioid Withdrawal
By Wesley C. Sassaman, DNP, MPH, MSN-NE, MBA, FNP-C, CARN-AP Welcome to my blog. My name is Dr. Wesley Sassaman, and as someone who has...
Jan 18, 202514 min read
Breaking the Chain: How Transgenerational Parenting Transforms Grief and Legacy into Healing
By Dr. Wesley Sassaman, DNP, MPH, MSN-NE, MBA, FNP-C, CARN-AP Introduction The Global Implications of Parental Neglect and Fear...
Jan 12, 202523 min read
Integrating and Navigating Strategies for Treating Chronic Pain, Mental Health, and Opioid Use Disorder
The most effective way to address chronic pain, paired with anxiety, depression, and OUD, is through a comprehensive, multimodal approach.
Jan 8, 202522 min read
Battling Addiction in America: A Look at the Promise of GLP-1 Medications
Exam my review for the use of GLP-1 medications in addiction medicine.
Dec 25, 20241 min read
Protecting Your Child’s Brain: The Risks of Marijuana Use and What You Can Do
The human brain continues developing into the mid-twenties.
Dec 21, 20245 min read
The Hidden Risks of Teen Marijuana Use Every Parent Should Know
Marijuana has a long and complex history, with its use dating back thousands of years.
Dec 14, 20245 min read
Parents Supporting Transition Process from Fentanyl to Buprenorphine-Naloxone at Home
Transitioning from street-based fentanyl to buprenorphine-naloxone represents a viable and evidence-based pathway to recovery.
Dec 7, 20243 min read
Protecting Your Teen From Street-Based Fentanyl: A Call to Action for Parents
Even non-opioid users are at risk, as teens mistakenly ingest fentanyl-laced drugs,
Dec 7, 20247 min read
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