Determining if someone has a sexual compulsion can be difficult. Sex is a normal part of life for most people, but where do you draw the line and classify it as an addiction? Dr. Bhatt explains when sex or porn use becomes a problem.

What defines a traumatic situation, and when does that trauma become PTSD? Dr. Bhatt explains and explores the relationship between trauma and addiction.

The drugs of today can cause a physical dependency in 2 weeks or less. Even though it was never intended, users can experience painful and uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms if they discontinue drug use. However, this does not always mean that someone has an addiction. Dr. Bhatt explains the differences between addiction and dependency.

There is a reason people say “you are what you eat.” What we put into our bodies influences not only our physical health, but our mental health. This is even more important for those in the recovery process. Dr. Bhatt breaks down how drugs and alcohol can impact appetite, weight fluctuation, and overall health.

Children across the world are facing a pandemic as they develop through their most formative years. They are facing challenges adults today never had to consider, like isolation, fear, and increased mental health struggles. Over 43,000 children are estimated to have lost a parent due to COVID-19, forcing children to grieve their parent’s death at a young age. Dr. Bhatt, a Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in both Adult and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, breaks down how COVID-19 is impacting children.

It’s been 50 years since the War on Drugs campaign was launched in 1971. After all the regulations put in place after Nixon declared drugs public enemy number one, many are looking back at the past 50 years and realizing that we may not be winning this war. Dr. Bhatt, MD gives background on the War on Drugs and discusses the dangers of proclaiming drugs users as the enemy.

As COVID comes in waves and the vaccine continues to roll out, experts are looking at the impact COVID has had on people’s mental health. Those with mental health or substance use disorders are at an increased risk for danger.

The term California sober refers to those who avoid “hard drugs,” but still partake in the use of substances like alcohol and Marijuana. Some claim this is the new form of sobriety, but the dangers of abusing any substance are still present, concerning some experts.

Those with an Opioid use disorder and their loved ones know that it is not an easy drug to quit. There are a variety of treatment options that include therapy and treatment medications, but some may be concerned that those taking medications do not understand their potential effects. Dr. Bhatt, MD explains how they work and what you should know before taking them.

Healthy relationships can bring joy, love, and motivation to someone’s life, but when substance abuse is thrown into the mix, it can cause anger, sorrow, and feelings of betrayal. Research has demonstrated that substance abuse is one of the main “final straws” for couples that decide to divorce. Dr. Bhatt, MD talks about why this is, and what to do if your partner is abusing drugs or alcohol.