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How Do Drugs and Alcohol Affect Mental Health
Our mental health is important because it contributes to our overall well-being. But using drugs and alcohol can have serious
Dr. Courtney Scott
03/15/2023
Dr. Courtney S. Scott attended the University of Southern California, where he received his medical degree from Keck School of Medicine, USC, in 2006. With more than 13 years as a licensed physician with a specialty in Emergency Medicine and Addiction Medicine, Dr. Scott has extensive experience in the substance abuse treatment and prevention field. Courtney understands the need for prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery for all individuals suffering from the constraints of substance abuse and the many co-occurring health conditions that accompany the disease. He has been working in the field of substance abuse for over 7 years as Medical Director for inpatient and outpatient substance abuse programs. Dr. Scott passionately continues his mission to educate individuals and their communities on how to achieve whole health by applying multiple forms of treatment with a holistic approach.
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