What is Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)?
by Dr. Traci Sweet, Psy.D | 11. 19. 2025
Alcohol Use Disorder exists on a continuum and can be considered mild, moderate, or severe based on how it's affecting your life.
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News & PressHolon Health Announces Partnership With Total Court Services
by Claire Holtz | 11. 17. 2025
This partnership sets a new standard for how care is delivered: blending clinical rigor, user-centered design, support and accountability.
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ResearchIbogaine: A First-Timer’s Guide to the “Reset” Medicine for Addiction Recovery
by Dr. Traci Sweet, Psy.D | 11. 05. 2025
Learn about Ibogaine: the psychedelic plant people are calling a game-changer for substance use disorder.
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EducationalTusi (“Pink Cocaine”): What it Is, Why it’s Spreading, and How to Respond
by Dr. Traci Sweet, Psy.D | 10. 27. 2025
Despite the nickname, pink cocaine and cocaine are not at all the same thing. White cocaine is a single, well-defined drug and "pink cocaine" aka "Tusi" is something else entirely. It’s not one drug but a brand name for a mixture.
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Addiction ResourcesRelapse Prevention Strategies That Work
by Dr. Traci Sweet, Psy.D | 10. 23. 2025
Relapse is the process of returning to substance use after a period of abstinence. It usually doesn’t happen suddenly; instead, it often unfolds in stages where there are noticeable warning signs.
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AddictionOnline Addiction Treatment vs. In-Person Treatment: Which is Right for You?
by Dr. Traci Sweet, Psy.D | 09. 23. 2025
With more recovery options than ever, understanding the differences between online addiction treatment and in-person treatment is critical.
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AddictionWhat to Do if Someone You Love Is Struggling with Addiction
by Dr. Traci Sweet, Psy.D | 09. 11. 2025
Addiction recovery is rarely a straight line. Relapse can happen, and progress may feel painfully slow. But recovery is possible. Don't lose hope.
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Substance Use DisorderMedication for Substance Use Disorder: Where We’ve Been, Where We Are, and What’s Next
by Dr. Traci Sweet, Psy.D | 09. 10. 2025
This article examines the historical evolution of medication-assisted treatment, explores current options, breaks down barriers to access and compliance, and previews promising new pharmacotherapies.
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Substance Use DisorderMedication-Assisted Treatment: What It Is and How It Works
by Dr. Traci Sweet, Psy.D | 07. 29. 2025
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) refers to the use of medications combined with counseling and behavioral therapies to treat substance use disorders. It’s a comprehensive, evidence-based approach that supports the whole person
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News & PressHolon Health Brings Services to Virginia
by Claire Holtz | 02. 24. 2025
VA residents can now enroll in Holon Health’s program that leverages collaborative care, contingency management, and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) to support clients through their recovery journey.