Not surprisingly, people who suffer from chronic pain may experience judgment regarding their condition or medication prescriptions. I’ve had some clients tell me they hate going to the emergency department because they feel like the staff assumes they are seeking drugs, rather than experiencing real, valid pain. Other clients mentioned they’ve lost friendships just because […]
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While much of the current discussion around marijuana is related to legalization for recreational use, it’s important not to overlook the topic of medical marijuana. While Colorado and Washington State recently passed legislation making pot use legal for casual imbibers without a medical marijuana card, marijuana is already legal for medical purposes in 20 states […]
What are the dangers of prescription drug use and what else can you do to manage chronic pain? The debate rages on over prescription painkillers and whether they should be taken long-term. There’s so much talk about the dangers of prescription addiction these days that many people are afraid to take any prescription painkillers at […]