The original focus of this blog was to offer news and updates in addictions nursing. However, after further consideration, I have decided to make this a more patient-focused endeavor. Why? There are numerous ways for health providers to obtain information about addictions. We can access journals, consult colleagues, participate in continuing education, attend conferences, and more.
Where does the average person go for advice? Some information online is sound, some is not. Sometimes friends are well-meaning, but their information may not always be accurate. Often people are ashamed or afraid to approach their health care provider when they have a problem. That is, assuming that they even realize they have a problem.
For those reasons, and because I strongly believe that health education is a vital part of the nurse practitioner role, this blog will be dedicated to patient education issues. Hopefully the information will be of value to patients struggling with issues of substance use and abuse, and to their families.
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