Straight Talk With The Doc

Bipolar disorder is something that will likely impact a diagnosed individual for their entire life. Dr. Bhatt, MD explains the science behind it in this episode, and we also speak with someone who has experienced the disorder themselves.

In rehab, the main focus is your recovery. Everyone around you is helping you attain that goal. However, what happens when you leave? The real world comes with challenges that you need to prepare for. In this episode, Dr. Bhatt, MD gives some advice you can take home.

There is a cycle with depression and addiction. Depression makes people want to self-medicate with substances, but abusing substances worsens depression. Dr. Bhatt, MD breaks down the common mental health disorder that millions struggle with and explains its ties to addiction.

Over 9% of American children have been diagnosed with ADHD at some point in their lives. With assistance, those with ADHD can thrive. However, there is a strong link between those with ADHD and their odds of developing an addiction. In this episode, Dr. Bhatt, MD discusses this connection.

With 1.5 million American adults being current Cocaine users, this powerful drug is rampant throughout the county. Dr. Bhatt, MD breaks down how Cocaine affects the brain, as well as why its earned a glamorized reputation in some circles.

Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) can be a great aid during treatment to help those with a drug or alcohol addiction maintain sobriety. Dr. Bhatt explains how they work.

It’s something the majority of Americans consume, but also an addictive substance that can sometimes be deadly. Dr. Bhatt explains how alcohol works in the brain, and what the long term effects of alcoholism are.

What do you do when your loved one is abusing drugs and alcohol? Dr. Bhatt addresses this sensitive topic and gives expert advice.

As the vaccine rolls out, it raises the question of how those who struggle with addiction will be impacted.

Receiving the wrong diagnosis can impact the trajectory of someone’s life, but misdiagnosis still occurs. Dr. Bhatt explains why.