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Can you get addicted to oxycodone?
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How much heroin is too much?
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Physical addiction to Ritalin
Recognize the signs and symptoms of physical addiction to Ritalin in yourself or in someone close to you. How can physic ...
Problem gambling: Help and healing for the family
What can you do if you’ve uncovered a gambling problem in the family? Advice from someone who knows. Syndey Smith is a ...
Can expressive writing help treat substance use disorders and addiction?
Expressive writing has been used over the past 30 years to improve physical and mental health. How can writing be applie ...
The face of crack addiction: Who uses crack cocaine? (INFOGRAPHIC)
The U.S. National Survey on Drug Use and Health has found that about 8.6 million citizens aged 12+ have admitted to usin ...
What is private addiction treatment like in Europe?
The face of addiction problems and treatment is changing on a global level. What can Europe’s private addiction treatm ...
How can you have Happy Holidays in an addicted home?
Spending the Holidays in a family with alcohol or drug problems can bring on stress, depression or melancholy. But does ...