Many busy stay-at-home moms have become accidental addicts: people who visit their doctors looking for help with chronic pain or anxiety and then rely too heavily on the prescribed medication. Without realizing it, they begin to need these medications more often.
Weighing in on why stay-at-home moms, hardworking fathers and everyday “normal” people are falling victim to addiction to painkillers and opioids, The Dunes East Hampton’s Dr. Nicholas Kardaras – a recognized addiction treatment specialist and author – takes a candid look at the opioid crisis in a guest article for Fox News’ Opinion section.
