ADHD And Addiction: Are They Connected?
There is a link between ADHD and addiction, but how are they connected? Dr. Bhatt explains why what you see isn’t always the reality.
Meet Dr. Ashish Bhatt, MD
Meet Dr. Ashish Bhatt, MD
Addiction Center's Medical Content Director
Dr. Ashish Bhatt, MD, MRO is a leading physician, addiction medicine specialist, and psychiatrist. He has been involved in medical and administrative leadership roles at numerous treatment centers and has helped guide the development of both public and private substance abuse and dual diagnosis facilities.
- Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in both Adult and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Board Certified in Addiction Medicine and as a Medical Review Officer
- Served as Medical Director of Child and Adolescent Inpatient and Emergency Crisis Services
Articles by Dr. Bhatt
Inside The “Bubble” Of Addiction And Broken Resiliency
Drug and alcohol abuse can halt a person’s ability to build resiliency, making hard times more difficult without learned coping mechanisms.
Addiction And The Absence Of Presence
When we abuse drugs or alcohol, it removes us from the current moment. This can turn into a cycle and result in an absence of presence.
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Latest Podcast Episodes
Episode 35 – Anxiety And Addiction
Dr. Bhatt, MD explains the difference between normal everyday stress and anxiety, and the dangers of self-medicating.
Episode 34 – College Substance Abuse
Many young people begin experimenting with drugs and alcohol in college. Dr. Bhatt, MD explains if this is ever considered normal.
Episode 33 – Sex And Porn Addiction
Determining if someone has a sexual compulsion can be difficult. Sex is a normal part of life, but where do you draw the line?
About Dr. Bhatt
Dr. Bhatt is a Board Certified Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in both Adult and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. His expertise allows him to recognize various illnesses which occur throughout his patients’ lifespan. Dr. Bhatt is Board Certified in Addiction Medicine, as well as being a Certified Medical Officer. He has extensive experience in a variety of substance abuse treatment programs, psychiatric and co-occuring diagnosis programs for both adults and adolescents, and has served as the Chief Medical Officer for regional and national behavioral health companies.
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