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09 May

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What to Expect at an Addiction Rehabilitation Facility

July 19, 2024
By Gigi Price

Seeking treatment for an addiction—or substance use disorder—takes courage. Though many aspects of recovery may appear daunting, knowin...

28 Mar

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Is Alcoholism Hereditary?

July 29, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Alcoholism, formally known as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is partially hereditary in nature, but other factors contribute to its develo...

21 Mar

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What to Look For in an Addiction Recovery Center

February 14, 2024
By Gigi Price

Finding the right place to recover from substance use disorder can appear daunting. With many options available, it may be difficult to...

14 Mar

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Living with an Addict: How to Deal with an Addicted Parent

October 7, 2024
By Gigi Price

The number of addicted parents in America is on the rise. The National Surveys on Drug Use and Health show that 8.7 million children 17...

07 Mar

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Living With an Addict: How to Deal With an Addicted Child

July 23, 2024
By Gigi Price

Adult children with addiction sometimes act more like teenagers. Some parents report that their child shows immature behaviors w...

28 Feb

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Overcoming Addiction

February 14, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Over 40 million people in the United States suffered from addiction (substance use disorder) in 2020.1(pg.28 left column)The same year,...

21 Feb

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Health Risks of Addiction

February 14, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

Substance use disorder, an addiction to alcohol or drugs, can have long-term health risks.1(know the risks of using drugs) Physical inj...

14 Feb

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How to Help an Addicted Friend

July 18, 2024
By Gigi Price

The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) reports that over 40 million Americans over 12 struggle with substance use disorder. Local,...

07 Feb

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Treating Addiction with Anxiety Disorders

July 29, 2024
By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS

In 2019, over 300 million people in the United States were suffering from an anxiety disorder.1(anxiety disorders) In addition, over 20...

31 Jan

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Substance Abuse & Depression

July 29, 2024
By Gigi Price

Major depression, one of the most common mental illnesses, affected 4.1 million adolescents and 21 million adults in 2020.1(pg.31, righ...

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