ShonaliSahaMD

CEO of Whole and Healthy You. Addictionologist and Internist. Trained at Johns Hopkins and Harvard Medical School. Yoga Instructor and Meditator.

[ShonaliSahaMD @shonalisahamd]

The rich nations must use their vast resources of wealth to develop the underdeveloped, school the unschooled, and feed the unfed. Ultimately a great nation is… https://t.co/fx5NJvP0Db

[ShonaliSahaMD @shonalisahamd]

Do it! #turngeorgiablue @ Atlanta, Georgia https://t.co/VBCHIxQXxP

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

Drug use can cause major negative effects on the brain. As a person continues to use drugs they build a tolerance. This means less reward circuits are being activated and more of the drug… https://t.co/WKhVHgirWA

[ShonaliSahaMD @shonalisahamd]

Georgians, tomorrow we must vote. So much blood has been spilt on this land we live on so that we have this right. And the last Secretary of State was so… https://t.co/IKiemWM9y4

[ShonaliSahaMD @shonalisahamd]

So excited to read @drmcclain book!

[Dani McClain @drmcclain]

I'm excited to share that my book on black motherhood is due out this spring. @nationbooks is publishing. https://t.co/h5llsbCdr6

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

Mindfulness is the practice of being fully present and aware of what you’re doing in the moment. The awareness it brings eases unnecessary stress. It also builds up our capacity to create… https://t.co/6s5p7J3B06

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

They say you are as good as the company you keep. The peers you hang around are important as people are generally as healthy as their friends. Friends that overuse or misuse alcohol and… https://t.co/9CAgLx5zHv

[U.S. Surgeon General @Surgeon_General]

It’s critical that all health professionals understand the science behind addiction. Addiction is a chronic disease not a moral failing #GWPolicySeries

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

Alcoholism is one of the most frequent addictions affecting our society and globally. Approximately 15 million Americans struggle with alcohol use disorder. Because it is legal and… https://t.co/3yPxxWo9uQ

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

During his youth, Danny Trejo faced issues with drug addiction and underwent multiple prison sentences. Today he has over 48 years of sobriety. He actively takes part in rehabilitation… https://t.co/lLrc6auD0P

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

September is National Recovery Month.

Millions of Americans are suffering from substance use disorders. We don't want you to lose another friend or family member to overdose.
Make sure… https://t.co/rPW8hBTcIB

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

The twenty-six year old rapper, Mac Miller, passed last week due to an accidental overdose. The artist has publicly addressed his struggles with addiction before. This epidemic of overdose… https://t.co/y2yPLBG5np

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

Having hobbies are important in recovery. Keeping busy eliminates boredom to promote more healthy habits.
Watch this short video on finding a hobby… https://t.co/HUpDnWzusW

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

Many people self medicate their anxiety with drugs. To diminish anxiety, it is important to have the strength to change the things you can and accept the things you cannot. If your… https://t.co/0jIdcDfQEy

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

Jaime Lee Curtis is celebrating almost two decades of sobriety following a painkiller addiction. She has admitted that her recovery process has taken some hard work and real dedication.… https://t.co/4HwcqELk5h

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

One way to combat anxiety and depression is with a good night of rest. At least 7 hours of sleep is recommended to promote optimal mental, physical and emotional health. Even before your… https://t.co/CH7gGCjtbb

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

Remember it is still National Recovery Month!
Check out the Georgia Overdose Prevention folks to get free naloxone for you and your peeps. Learn how to save a life and reverse overdose.… https://t.co/eIqgBCXc0L

[Whole & Healthy You @whyaddictionmed]

To get a different result, you must first do something different. It’s time to introduce more growth and positivity into your life. You’re not in this alone. We are here to assist you to… https://t.co/XFgWkL01mc

[Keith Brown @keithbrownmph]

Great thread about early US drug “crises.” We’ve been repeating ever since!

[Keith Brown @keithbrownmph]

All this right here. We’ll take what you taught us and carry on! #AnyPositiveChange #harmreduction