Initial assessment and engagement Comprehensive assessment is a foundation for treatment: Detailed substance use history Assessment of functional impairment Identification of comorbid mental health concerns Evaluation of motivation to change Engagement techniques such as motivational interviewing help clients clarify goals, explore ambivalence, and foster readiness for change
Co-occurring mental health disorders that lead to self-medication with tobacco
(Herbert, if youre out there, Id love to interview you!) Fortunately, Herbert, now in his 80's, did read the post, got in contact with me, and the following interview (I believe the first ever blog interview with the inventor of the e-cigarette) is the result
Perhaps you have forgotten that you require exercise to keep your heart and lungs in tune, to stimulate circulation, to preserve a correct posture which aids digestion and a more active functioning of other body organs
Depending on where you are, what brand youre holding, and how the government regulates tobacco, the number can vary quite a bit