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The Risk of Addiction with Prescription Drugs
Prescription drugs are vital medicine for many people. They treat illnesses and medical conditions, and…
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Can Medical Marijuana Lead to Addiction?
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, marijuana is the most commonly abused illicit…
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Talking to Your Doctor About Addiction: Being an Advocate for Yourself
As a counselor who primarily works with clients with substance use disorders, I always recommend…
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What Are The Short-Term and Long-Term Effects of Heroin Use?
The opioid epidemic is showing no signs of slowing down, and heroin is being used…
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What Are the Effects of Meth Use?
You may have seen a segment on the news last month about a woman who…
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Co-Occurring Disorders and Addiction
Why Recognizing Co-occurring Disorders Is Key to Addiction Recovery Have you ever wondered why some…
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The Health Effects of MDMA
Electronic Dance Music (EDM) has become almost synonymous with current pop music. DJs are treated…
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The Connection Between Physical Labor and Substance Abuse
Throughout my experience working in the substance abuse field, I’ve noticed that many of my…
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