Dr. Rotchford’s Blog
Blame and Shame and Substance Abuse
The tendency to blame and shame (B&S) represents a common and old pattern. B&S is associated with people identifying and treating themselves or others as responsible, which is the blame component.
Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine
Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.
Anosognosia
The understanding and acceptance of Anosognosia in some seriously mentally ill patients will likely facilitate more compassionate and cost-effective outcomes for all.
“Medical” Cannabis and Rebuttal to AAAP President’s Review
“Medical” Cannabis - Background and alternative perspectives in view of article written by by Kevin A Sevarino, M.D. in American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry's (AAAP) President's article: “Medical Cannabis” Spring 2020 newsletter Volume 36, Number 1