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- Conducting an Intervention for a Loved One Who Has Been Struggling with Addiction or Alcoholism
Planning and executing an effective intervention involves a number of significant and sensitive steps. more...
- Prescription Misuse Can Lead to Oxycontin Addiction
Many people don't understand the ease with which a person can become addicted to oxycontin. This is partly because many people don't understand exactly what oxycontin is and how it works. more...
- The Dysfunction of High-Functioning Addicts
Some high-functioning addicts can maintain the façade of functionality for years, but eventually, their lives will begin to crumble. more...
- Why Are So Many Young People Risking their Health by Abusing ADHD Medications?
While awareness initiatives and enforcement efforts have resulted in reduced rates of drug abuse involving illicit substances such as heroin, cocaine and marijuana, experts have noted a disturbing rise in the prevalence of prescription pill abuse by teenagers and young adults. more...
- Making the Transition From Recovery to Career
In early recovery, one of your main concerns may be how to transition back into your professional life. Here are a few changes you can expect after rehab. more...
- NIDA Announces Effort to Help Docs Screen Patients for Drug, Alcohol Problems
The National Institute on Drug Abuse has unveiled an outreach program to help primary care physicians identify drug and alcohol problems in their patients. more...