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Your continued substance use despite clear negative consequences, including health problems, legal issues, and loss of relationships, is a critical sign of addiction.
Most people in recovery will tell you that the decision to enter recovery must be made on one’s own, but it is sustained through community.
A quarter of Americans admit to using illicit drugs and more than 48 million struggle with substance abuse. Learn more about the most commonly abused drugs and the state-by-state toll of drug addiction.
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The Banks County Sheriff’s Office is honoring National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week by posting educational information.
Padlo’s journey to helping others recover from addiction has been defined by his own experiences and struggles with mental health.
History, politics and morals converge in the field of harm reduction, which researchers say is about much more than telling people how to safely use drugs.
Readers praise a column by Nicholas Kristof about an effective program.
We’re fighting each other, not the problem. Let’s work together instead.
Representational Photo By Rameez Rasool Addiction, recognized as a disease impacting both brain function and behaviour, is a formidable challenge
For nearly 50 million Americans and their families, substance use disorder can cause a strain on even the closest relationships. While discussing the use of substances can be complex and emotionally charged, there are ways to discuss these matters in a supportive and productive way.
Researchers shed new light on why some individuals are more vulnerable to substance abuse than others, focusing on the relationship between impulsivity, dopamine production, and cocaine use.
Addiction expert says eliminating stigma is crucial to saving lives.
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"In the face of such a pervasive crisis, being present for those with addiction can ignite hope and foster healing."
Trauma and addiction | When someone is hurting, it’s not uncommon to turn to anything that can make the pain go away
Co-occurring disorders have taken a toll on celebrities and regular folk alike.
Former Milwaukee Bucks forward Vin Baker spoke about reducing the stigma around substance abuse disorders at the “We Heart You: Recovery in Our Community” event March 15 at the Culver Family Welcome Center. Baker, a former NBA All-Star and gold medal-winning Olympian, said that he aimed to educate the community and remind people tha
To the Editor: With interest, I read the article “Combating the Opioid Crisis” with interest in the February 22 issue of The Sylva Herald. In the article it was stated that an opioid settlement supplemental agreement awarded Jackson County $3 million to combat opioid use on the local level.
Hawthorne, NJ - New Convictions Recovery, a leading addictions recovery counseling center based in Hawthorne, New Jersey, is proud to announce expanding its services to include specialized gambling counseling.
Though genetics play a role in addiction, they do not alone determine whether or not a person will abuse a substance, according to Slippery Rock University assistant professor and counselor Natali
An interview with methamphetamine and cocaine expert, NIDA's Jean Lud Cadet, MD.
Explore the shift towards a more compassionate, evidence-based approach to opioid addiction treatment, emphasizing medical intervention, support, and understanding.
Combining fentanyl with cocaine or methamphetamine.
Calusa Recovery (866-939-6292) has updated their 2024 rehabilitation programs for adults, offering treatment options for substance abuse tha
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Why environmental cues make drug addiction extra hard to beat
Good article on external issues and effects on addiction and the brain
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