While the focus on addiction has shifted to its neurological and biochemical roots, understanding its impact on families remains crucial. This session with Dr. Fortgang will explore key concepts that affect loved ones: Family Dynamics: How addiction impacts spouses, children, and…
Join us for an overview on addiction recovery as a legal professional from Dan Faneuf, Esq. and Dr. Jeff Fortgang, Ph.D. with this next installment of Webinars for Busy Lawyers. In recognition of National Recovery Awareness Month, hear from…
Written by Amanda Rowan. Originally Published by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly on February 11, 2022. As a clinical psychologist serving the legal community in Massachusetts, I see firsthand how stigma prevents somany from seeking the support that they need. As…
LCLMA Staff Clinician Jeff Fortgang, PhD, LADC-I discusses findings from the recently published study on lawyer well-being in Massachusetts conducted in collaboration with NORC at the University of Chicago. Hot off the press is the report of results of…
April is recognized as Alcohol Awareness Month. Following news of increased substance use over a year into the pandemic last year during Alcohol Awareness Month, we covered how self-awareness can help us address problematic habits, including alcohol consumption that…
End of year holidays are a good time to review some helpful tips about avoiding pitfalls and setting yourself up for success. If you do not struggle with alcohol addiction, consider how you can be a better ally to those who do. Check out Recovery…
Common questions about drinking habits and how to address them can often be shifted to whether you experience "loss of control" -- Find out what that means and more below. The video embedded below was produced by the Northeast Chapter…
April is Alcohol Awareness Month! Starting with self-awareness can always help, especially as habits evolve throughout the pandemic. This year, Alcohol Awareness Month comes after over a year since the Covid-19 pandemic began. Alcohol consumption has been increasing in…
As the Massachusetts legal profession works to overcome stigma and improve well-being, we'll have opportunities for individuals to share their stories of recovery from addiction and substance use as well as other mental health struggles. Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers…
Speakers at a recent program from the Massachusetts Bar Association shared insight about how we need both individual and community action to fight systemic racism and stigma, two significant barriers to well-being. Insight about taking care of our mental…