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Substance Use vs. Substance Use Disorder

Communication around the disease of addiction is cumbersome and, at times, confusing. Labels and phrases are often used interchangeably, regardless of the differences in meaning. However, each label—whether referring to substance use vs. substance…
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Why Do I Blackout When I Drink?

If you’ve been here before, you may wonder why do I blackout when I drink? It’s not an uncommon question and, certainly, not an unusual event. Memory lapse and blackouts are very much an indication of overconsumption of alcohol that can…
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Documentaries About Addiction

Trigger Warning: films and documentaries about addiction and can be hard to process as they shed light on the harsh realities and events that often take place due to ongoing drug abuse. However, most documentaries are created to further the…
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Street Value of Gabapentin

Gabapentin, also known by its brand name Neurontin, is a prescription painkiller belong to Gabapentinoids drug class. For many professionals and health experts, Gabapentin is considered a less addictive alternative to opioids. However, addiction…
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Colorado Addiction Facts

Surprising Colorado Addiction Facts In 2012, Colorado passed Amendment 64, effectively legalizing marijuana across the state for adults 21 or older. Colorado was the first state to pass such a law. While there are proponents and opponents of…
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Resources for Family Members of Addicts or Alcoholics

Alcoholism and drug addiction have obvious and well-documented effects on individuals suffering from long-term substance abuse. Prolonged abuse of drugs and alcohol carries the potential to severely impact a person's physical health and mental…
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Am I Addicted to Pain Meds?

Prescription pain meds, although used to treat chronic pain and medical conditions still pose extreme risks to users. If you're questioning: am I addicted to pain meds, consider taking our assessments found below. It happens more often than…
long term effects of cocaine abuse

Does Online Rehab Work?

Drug overdoses contributed to about 72,000 U.S. deaths in 2018. Substance abuse is sweeping the nation and the staggering numbers are now exceeding car crashes, HIV, and gun deaths.   While many people are understandably concerned with…
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How to Talk to A Family Member About Their Drinking

Despite the prominence of alcohol addiction, it’s difficult for many to know how to talk to a family member about their drinking issues. Below we’re highlighting a few practical ways to approach a loved one who may be battling alcoholism.…
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What Are The Side Effects of Long-Term Cocaine Use?

Despite it being highly addictive and problematic for many Americans, cocaine use continues to grow in every state across the nation. What are the side effects of long-term cocaine use, though? With it being glamorized in Hollywood, can casual…

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