Scot Thomas
Contributor

American Addiction Centers (AAC)
American Addiction Centers (AAC) is the leading provider for addiction treatment across the U.S. specializing in evidence-based treatment and mental health care.
At AAC, we aim to treat the whole person, which includes those with co-occurring mental health disorders, physical illnesses, or social issues related to addiction treatment.
About
Dr. Scot Thomas received his medical degree from the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. During his medical studies, Dr. Thomas saw firsthand the multitude of lives impacted by struggles with substance abuse and addiction, motivating him to seek a clinical psychiatry preceptorship at the San Diego VA Hospital’s Inpatient Alcohol and Drug Treatment Program.
In his post-graduate clinical work, Dr. Thomas later applied the tenets he learned to help guide his therapeutic approach with many patients in need of substance treatment. In his current capacity as Senior Medical Editor for American Addiction Centers, Dr. Thomas works to provide accurate, authoritative information to those seeking help for substance abuse and behavioral health issues.
Credentials
- Doctor of Medicine
- University of California
- San Diego
Reviewer
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- Cocaine Addiction
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- Timeline: History of Addiction Treatment
- Drug Use in Religions
- History of Methamphetamine (Meth)
- History of Heroin
- Drugs At Music Festivals
- Famous Drug Addicts
- Guide to U.S. Drug Laws
- Psilocybin Mushroom Facts & Information
- Facts & Information About Salvia Divinorum
- What Is 2C-B? Facts & Information
- A Guide to Addiction and Recovery for Asian Americans
- Native Americans: A Guide to Addiction and Recovery
- A Guide to Addiction and Recovery for Hispanic Americans
- A Guide to Addiction and Recovery for African Americans
- A Guide to Addiction and Recovery for Teens
- A Guide to Addiction and Recovery for Veterans
- Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Promises and the Big Book
- Flexeril Withdrawal
- Flexeril Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects, and Treatment
- The Short– and Long-Term Effects of Alcohol
- Effects of Marijuana
- Ecstasy (MDMA) Effects
- Xanax Side Effects, Short-Term Effects and Long-Term Effects
- Gabapentin Withdrawal
- Pregabalin / Lyrica Withdrawal Symptoms, Timeline and Treatment
- Wellbutrin Withdrawal
- Suboxone: Opioid Addiction Treatment
- Opioid Addiction
- How to Stop Kratom Cravings, Prevent Relapse, and Find Help
- Quitting Kratom: What You Should Know
- Opium Overdose
- What Are the Symptoms of Tranquilizer Overdose?
- Quaalude Overdose: Risk Factors, Symptoms & Treatment
- Percocet Overdose: Signs , Symptoms and Recovery Help
- Infographic: Prescription Stimulant Abuse Among Young Adults
- Treating Ketamine (Ketalar) Overdose
- How Should You Treat a DXM Overdose?
- Treating Speed Overdose
- Treating a Barbiturate Overdose
- Can You Overdose On Antidepressants?
- Amphetamine Overdose
- Treating Ambien Overdose
- Treating PCP Overdose
- Treating Painkiller Overdose
- Treating Oxycodone Overdose
- Treating Morphine Overdose
- Treating Rohypnol Overdose
- Treating Inhalant Overdose
- Can You Treat a Dilaudid Overdose?
- Ativan Overdose Treatment & Signs
- Treating Klonopin Overdose
- GHB Overdose Symptoms & Treatment
- Adderall Overdose Signs, Symptoms, & Treatment
- Treating Xanax Overdose
- Treating Methadone Overdose
- Crack Overdose: Signs, Causes, and Treatment
- Spice (K2) Withdrawal
- Morphine Withdrawal: Symptoms, Timeline & Treatment
- Steroid Withdrawal
- Norco Withdrawal Symptoms, Timeline & Recovery Facts
- Ambien Withdrawal
- Valium Withdrawal
- Percocet Withdrawal: Symptoms, Timeline and Treatment
- Vicodin Withdrawal
- Crack Withdrawal
- Ecstasy Withdrawal
- Crystal Meth Withdrawal
- Hydrocodone Withdrawal
- Ativan (Lorazepam) Withdrawal
- Codeine Withdrawal
- Klonopin Withdrawal
- Help With Oxycodone Withdrawal
- Tramadol Withdrawal Signs & Symptoms
- Adderall Withdrawal: Timeline and Symptoms
- Xanax Withdrawal Symptoms, Timeline, Effects & Treatment
- Heroin Withdrawal
- Alcohol and Drug Withdrawal
- How to Rebuild Relationships in Recovery
- Life After Drug Rehab
- Alcoholism and Recovery Stages
- What You Should Know About Quitting Lorazepam
- Diseases From Alcoholism
- What You Should Know About Quitting Suboxone
- What You Should Know About Quitting Vicodin
- How to Help an Alcoholic Spouse
- Meditation for Addiction Recovery
- Marijuana Addiction Relapse
- What Is Meth Addiction Relapse?
- Understanding Crack Addiction Relapse
- Klonopin Addiction and Recovery Facts
- How to Recover From a Drug Relapse
- Valium Addiction and Recovery Facts
- Percocet Addiction and Recovery Facts
- Hydrocodone Addiction and Recovery Facts
- Fentanyl Addiction and Recovery Facts
- PCP Addiction and Recovery Facts
- Ketamine Addiction and Recovery Facts
- Infographic: What It's Like to Be the Child of an Alcoholic
- What You Should Know About Quitting Hydrocodone
- What You Should Know About Quitting Ativan
- Clonazepam Addiction: Signs, Effects, and Treatment
- How to Stop Painkillers Cravings, Prevent Relapse, and Find Help
- What You Should Know About Quitting Valium
- What You Should Know About Quitting Percocet
- How to Stop Hydrocodone Cravings, Prevent Relapse, and Find Help
- Wilderness Therapy for Addiction Recovery
- Acupuncture for Addiction Recovery
- Mixing Alcohol With Other Drugs
- How to Help a Functioning Alcoholic
- What You Should Know About Quitting Norco
- What You Should Know About Quitting Ketamine
- Norco Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects, and Treatment
- Clonazepam Addiction: Signs, Effects, and Treatment
- What You Should Know About Quitting Codeine
- What You Should Know About Quitting Painkillers
- Nutrition for Addiction Recovery
- What You Should Know About Quitting Carisoprodol
- Alcohol and Drug Rehab for Pregnant Women
- How to Stop Codeine Cravings, Prevent Relapse and Find Help
- What You Should Know About Quitting Phenobarbital
- How to Stop Percocet Cravings, Prevent Relapse, and Find Help
- Phenobarbital Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects, and Treatment
- How to Help an Alcoholic Parent
- Yoga for Addiction Recovery
- Family Therapy for Substance Abuse & Addiction Treatment
- Alcohol Abuse and Anxiety Disorders: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment
- How to Help an Alcoholic Friend
- What You Should Know About Quitting Bath Salts
- What You Should Know About Quitting OxyContin
- What Should You Know About Quitting Xanax?
- Quitting Concerta: What You Should Know
- What You Should Know About Quitting Morphine
- How to Stop PCP Cravings, Prevent Relapse and Find Help
- What You Should Know About Quitting Inhalants
- How to Stop Tramadol Cravings, Prevent Relapse and Find Help
- What You Should Know About Quitting PCP
- Crack Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects and Treatment
- Inhalant Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects and Treatment
- Tramadol Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects and Treatment
- What You Should Know About Quitting Tramadol
- Using Medication for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
- Ecstasy (MDMA) Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects and Treatment
- Quitting Crack Cocaine
- Bath Salts Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects and Treatment
- PCP Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects and Treatment
- Buprenorphine Side Effects, Treatment and Dosage
- Suboxone (Buprenex, Butrans) Side Effects, Dosage and Cost
- Methadone Side Effects, Treatment and Dosage
- Acamprosate (Campral) Side Effects, Dosage and Cost
- Disulfiram (Antabuse) Side Effects, Dosage, and Interactions
- Art Therapy and Music Therapy for Addiction Treatment
- What Is a Typical Day in Rehab Like?
- Narcissistic Personality Disorder & Substance Use Disorders
- How to Find Methadone Detox Centers Near Me
- Marijuana Detox Treatment Programs and Process
- Alcohol Detox Treatment Programs and Process
- Cocaine Detox Treatment Programs and Process
- Oxycodone Detox Treatment Programs and Process
- Cocaine Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects and Treatment
- Alcohol Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects and Treatment
- Steroid Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects and Treatment
- LSD Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects, and Treatment
- Crystal Meth Addiction: Signs, Symptoms, Effects and Treatment
- Heroin Overdose
- Quitting Meth Safely
- What You Should Know About Quitting Alcohol
- What You Should Know About Quitting Marijuana
- Quitting Ambien: Withdrawal Symptoms, Side Effects and Tips on Healing
- Quitting Adderall: How To Quit Adderall For Good
- How to Stop Oxycodone Cravings, Prevent Relapse and Find Help
- Adderall Cravings and How to Prevent Relapse
- How to Stop Spice/K2 Cravings, Prevent Relapse and Find Help
- Meth Cravings and Relapse Prevention
- How to Stop Heroin Cravings, Prevent Relapse and Find Help
- How to Stop Marijuana Cravings, Prevent Relapse and Find Help
- Alcohol Cravings and Relapse
- How to Stop Xanax Cravings, Prevent Relapse and Find Help
- Alcohol and Drug Addiction Facts
- Prescription Stimulant Addiction: Types and Treatment Options
- Alcohol Addiction and Misuse: Signs, Causes, and Treatment
- Ambien Addiction and Recovery Facts
- Adderall Facts, Effects, Statistics and Addiction Recovery
- LSD Addiction and Recovery Facts
- DMT (Dimethyltryptamine)
- Steroid Addiction and Recovery Facts
- Xanax Addiction and Recovery Facts
- Rohypnol: The Date Rape Drug
- Interpersonal Therapy for Mood Disorders and Substance Abuse
- Crystal Meth Addiction, Rehab Treatment and Recovery Facts
- 15 Drug and Alcohol Recovery Myths Debunked
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- Find the Best Inpatient Teen Recovery Centers
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- How To Find the Best Inpatient Tranquilizers Recovery Center
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- How to Recognize Drug and Alcohol Relapse Triggers for You and Your Loved Ones
- Preventing Drug and Alcohol Relapse Through Stress Management for You and Your Loved Ones
- Preventing Drug and Alcohol Relapse Through Healthy Living for You and Your Loved Ones
- Preventing Drug and Alcohol Relapse Through Self-Esteem Building for You and Your Loved Ones
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- What Is a Drug or Alcohol Overdose?
- Choosing a Top Eating Disorder Recovery Center
- How to Find a Spice/K2 Recovery Center
- Find the Best Residential Speed Recovery Center
- Find the Best Residential Prescription Drug Recovery Center
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- How to Find the Best Residential LSD Recovery Center
- Find the Best Residential Ketamine Recovery Center
- Find the Best Residential Inhalant Recovery Center
- Heroin Addiction Treatment and Rehab
- Find the Best Residential GHB Recovery Center
- How to Find the Best Residential DMT Recovery Center
- How to Find the Best Residential Crack Cocaine Recovery Center
- Alcohol and Drug Recovery Programs
- Your Guide to Addiction Recovery & Relapse
- Your Guide to Addiction Recovery Programs and Groups
American Addiction Centers (AAC)
American Addiction Centers (AAC) is the leading provider for addiction treatment across the U.S. specializing in evidence-based treatment and mental health care.
At AAC, we aim to treat the whole person, which includes those with co-occurring mental health disorders, physical illnesses, or social issues related to addiction treatment.