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Physical addiction to marijuana
Physical dependence on marijuana manifests as withdrawal symptoms upon cessation of use. What else characterizes this co ...
How to Treat Crystal Meth Addiction
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My parent is an alcoholic: What can I do?
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Honesty in addiction treatment
Self-sabotage is a frequent barrier to those seeking addiction treatment and comes in many forms. So what's the role of ...
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What can women in early gambling recovery do to improve their chances of long term success? Expert and ex-gambler Marily ...
How to withdraw from methadone
The best way to withdraw from methadone is using tapering protocol under medical supervision. More on what to expect as ...
Addicts living at home: Are you hurting your kids?
If you are in a relationship with an addict (or are an addict yourself) and children are involved, you may need to deal ...
How to treat buprenorphine addiction
There are specific ways to identify a buprenorphine addict. More on what to look for and the options for medical help du ...