Tom DeVitis, MA, LPC, CAADC
Tom DeVitis is a dedicated behavioral health leader and clinical expert with over a decade of experience in the field of substance abuse treatment. As the Executive Director of MPower Wellness, Tom combines his clinical background as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) with a passion for educational outreach and advocacy.
Lindsay Lohan is a well-known actress and singer who rose to fame in the early 2000s. However, her career has been plagued by numerous legal and personal issues, including her struggle with drug addiction.
Samuel L. Jackson is a legendary actor with a career spanning over four decades. However, in the early days of his career, he struggled with drug addiction, which threatened to derail his promising career.
Vaping has become a popular way to consume marijuana, especially among young adults. While vaping is often touted as a safer alternative to smoking, there are still concerns about its safety, particularly when it comes to vaping marijuana.
Teenage years are a time of experimentation, exploration, and discovery. While this is a natural part of growing up, it can also lead to some unhealthy behaviors, such as drug use.
Addiction and dependence are two terms that are often used interchangeably when discussing drug abuse, but they actually have distinct meanings.
Teen substance use is a topic of great concern for parents, educators, and policymakers. Adolescence is a time of experimentation, but when does experimentation with substances cross the line into substance abuse?
Substance abuse is a major problem that affects people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. However, different age groups are more susceptible to different types of substance abuse.
Pennsylvania is among some of the highest-ranking states in the U.S. in terms of drinking and drug abuse. Unfortunately, it also sees some of the most severe impacts of the repercussions of drug and alcohol abuse
Drug and alcohol abuse can have severe consequences on the brain. The brain is the control center of the body, and any damage to it can lead to significant changes in behavior, mood, and cognitive function.
How long drugs can be detected in the bloodstream varies depending on the type of drug, the dose taken, and the individual’s metabolism.