by Belina | Jan 31, 2025 | Addiction, Blog, DUI
by Belina N Fruitman, LCSW, CAS This blog is primarily for those of you who attempted Dry January. Consider this a follow up from my last blog. I am holding you accountable. However, note that those of you who did not engage in Dry January, you are in luck as today is...
by Belina | Jan 6, 2025 | Addiction, Blog
It is with little ambivalence but great curiosity when I consider this relatively new concept of Dry January in the U.S. Essentially it includes one embracing abstinence from alcohol for the entire month of January. Note that this does not include other illicit drugs...
by Belina | Mar 4, 2024 | Addiction, Life Coach
Exploring Disparities in Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Treatment Based on Income In the serene landscapes of Colorado, a stark contrast exists in the realm of mental health and substance use disorder treatment. While the affluent can readily access a...
by Belina | Feb 20, 2024 | Addiction, Blog, DUI
Given the four-part article on alcohol abuse and its implications, thought I would share some of my own insights regarding alcohol abuse, whether it is in Colorado or elsewhere in our world. It was critical that The Denver Post write this series, as I have known...
by Belina | Feb 12, 2024 | Addiction, Blog, Uncategorized
Given the federal government’s recent announcement of the first major update to methadone treatment regulations for over two decades, thought I would share my insights and knowledge. The government hopes the updates will help patients access treatment and avoid...
by Belina | Apr 28, 2021 | Uncategorized
AFGO By Belina Nassi Fruitman, LCSW, CAS, LLC – Now that we are all past the one-year mark of the pandemic we are reflecting on our lives and the greater communities at large. The past month we all have heard endless reflection articles on how lives changed,...
by Belina | Feb 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Couples in the Times of Covid19 If one partner refuses to follow safety protocols (mask wearing, social distancing, etc.) how can the other person address this problem? Knowledge is always power; therefore, educate your loved one by quoting renowned medical doctors...
by Belina | May 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
Belina discusses hobbies for parents and self care – https://www.romper.com/p/moms-keep-some-hobbies-for-yourself-yourself-alone-22920184
by Belina | May 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
Belina discussing how to help our children during the pandemic – https://www.romper.com/p/school-closings-are-hard-on-kids-so-heres-how-to-talk-to-them-about-it-22624156
by Belina | May 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
Belina’s most recent article on parenting with Romper.com – https://www.romper.com/p/parents-hitting-a-wall-during-the-pandemic-is-totally-normal-experts-say-22879264
