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Can Alcohol Cause Diabetes?

Reading time: 3 minSubstances such as drugs or alcohol can affect many areas of your physical and mental health. In fact, anything that you eat, drink, or otherwise

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Meth Skin-Picking and Abscesses

Reading time: 3 minMethamphetamine abuse is a growing problem in the US. The drug can cause serious issues for users, affecting their physical and mental health as well

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What to Say to an Alcoholic

Reading time: 3 minIf you share your home with an alcoholic drinker, you’re probably all too familiar with exchanges like the following: “I’ll just stay long enough for

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Lorazepam Side Effects

Reading time: 3 minMedications that are prescribed for a particular condition can often be misused or abused. Even when the drug is used as directed and supervised by

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The Importance of Motivation in Recovery

Reading time: 3 minStarting something new can be exciting or intimidating but generally always requires energy and motivation. When you first started your addiction treatment, you had a

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What Type of Drug is Cocaine?

Reading time: 3 minThe use of cocaine is re-emerging as a public health concern. Although the drug does have some legitimate medical applications, it is primarily misused, abused,

drug paranoia

What Drugs Make You Paranoid?

Reading time: 3 minMany drugs, including those that are prescribed legally, can have side effects. Usually, the benefits of the medication outweigh any symptoms you might experience, which