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June 14, 2016
Drug Rehab Wait Lists; Causing More Harm than Good?
The need for addiction treatment is rising. As the opioid abuse epidemic spirals out of control, there is an increasing demand for rehab services, especially…
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June 14, 2016
The Misconception behind “Gateway Drugs”
There have been extensive debates surrounding the idea of “gateway drugs” and their role in the development of addiction. Many suggest this idea is a…
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June 6, 2016
Role Reversal: How to Deal with Parents Suffering from Addiction
Millions of Americans struggle with drug addiction, which is often accompanied by negative repercussions for both the user and their loved ones. Addiction wears many…
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June 6, 2016
Convenience Could Kill: The Problem with Alcohol Delivery Services
The introduction of alcohol delivery services sounds like a promising idea—delivering alcohol to a person’s home should reduce the number of alcohol-related car crashes, and…
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June 3, 2016
Why are Drug Overdose Deaths on the Rise?
Drug overdose deaths are a growing problem in the United States and across the globe. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), 47,055 people…
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June 2, 2016
Everything you need to know about W-18
One of the most commonly abused types of prescription drugs are painkillers. Because they are so addictive, manufacturers began to develop new painkillers that they…
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June 1, 2016
No Fun in the Sun: Why Teen Drug Use Rises in Summer
Summer is a season most teens look forward to. With no school and an excess of free time, adolescents fondly anticipate warm summer days and…
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May 19, 2016
Everything You Need to Know About Dual Diagnosis
This Mental Health Awareness Month we wanted to shed some light on dual-diagnosis & co-occurring disorders so you, your coworkers and your friends are able…
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April 14, 2016
What’s Your Poison? Effects of Alcohol on the Body Infographic
In honor of Alcohol Awareness Month this April, it is important to highlight the complex toll that alcohol can take on the human body. Share…
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