Support the Sheldon I. Miller Fund
Your contribution to the Sheldon Miller Fund directly impacts the future of addiction psychiatry by enhancing training programs and supporting the development of skilled professionals dedicated to saving lives.
The fund focuses on improving psychiatry residency programs’ training in diagnosing and treating substance use disorders. It also equips trainees with the knowledge and expertise needed to effectively treat people with substance use disorders. Your support provides critical resources for medical students, psychiatry residents, and addiction psychiatry fellows, empowering them to make a difference in the lives of countless individuals and families affected by addiction.
Together we can build a stronger, more compassionate healthcare system. Please considering making a donation today.
Who are Addiction Psychiatrists?
Addiction psychiatrists are medical doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating individuals struggling with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Their advanced training in both psychiatry and addiction uniquely positions them to address the interconnected challenges of mental illness and substance use.
Why are Addiction Psychiatrists Vital?
In today’s healthcare landscape, addiction psychiatrists play a critical role in tackling the dual crisis of:
- Rising Rate of Mental Illness:
Conditions such as depression, anxiety, and trauma often coexist with addiction, creating a complex web of symptoms that require integrated care. - High Rates of Substance Use Disorders:
From opioid addiction to alcohol dependence, substance use has become a growing public health challenge, claiming lives and straining healthcare systems.
Their Unique Skill Set
Addiction Psychiatrists are equipped to:
- Treat co-occurring mental illness such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, schizophrenia alongside addiction.
- Address the physical effects of substance use on the brain and body.
- Combine psychotherapy with medication to deliver evidence-based, gold standard care for patients.
By Providing comprehensive, compassionate care, Addiction Psychiatrists:
- Help people achieve and maintain recovery.
- Reduce stigma surrounding addiction and mental illness.
- Enhance the overall quality of life for patients and their families.
About Sheldon Miller
Sheldon I. Miller, MD was a founding member of the organization, and a mentor and friend to several generations of Addiction Psychiatrists. He advocated, passionately, for psychiatric education, the field of Addiction Psychiatry, and the best possible care for addicted individuals.
In an effort to commemorate Dr. Miller’s many contributions in fostering research and education in Addiction Psychiatry and as a leader in establishing the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP), the Sheldon I. Miller Educational Fund was established in his honor. All proceeds fund educational activities for trainees. These activities include travel awards to fund medical students, residents or fellows to attend the Annual Meeting.
