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Can you really help someone reaching out for help with addiction?
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When to stop helping an addict
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How can parents help a drug addict child? INTERVIEW with Odyssey House Louisiana, Inc.
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Living with an addict in denial: Coping with depression and anxiety
Depression and anxiety are two common mental health disorders experienced by those close to an active addict, especially ...
How to help an addict mother or father?
Do you suspect that your parents are addicts? Can you really help them overcome addiction? These and more Q&A in an excl ...
How can I best help an alcoholic in need?
The key to helping an alcoholic is to detach from managing the behavior, love them, and let go of the outcome. More on h ...
Addiction in the family: How to stop enabling behavior
A guide to ending current family dynamics which allow an addict to continue using. Tips on dealing with addiction in the ...
My loved one is an addict: What do I do?
What to do when you find that first needle, crack pipe, bag of cocaine or stash of pills? The WAY in which you help can ...
How to help a friend with addiction
Learn how to voice your concerns, be an eye witness, and communicate with a friend's family here. Tips on helping a frie ...