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We say all the time that addiction is not an issue of moral fiber or personal strength, and first responders are a perfect example of…
Finding a good sponsor when you’re recovering from addiction is a bit like finding a good coach in sports. It’s someone who has been through…
What is Evidence-Based Treatment for Drug & Alcohol Addiction? The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) separates evidence-based therapies (EBT) into two areas: pharmacotherapies and…
Krokodil pops up in United States just as it’s experiencing an opioid epidemic. These drugs come in many forms – both illicit and prescribed. There…
What is Love Addiction? When a person is addicted to the process of loving someone it is called love addiction. A love addict develops an…
Colorado and Washington became the first two U.S. states to stop marijuana prohibition and legally regulate marijuana production, distribution, and sales. Since 2014, Alaska and…
In WA State, cocaine use has been on a steady decline. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), “Primary cocaine treatment admissions continued…
With addiction, there’s always the risk of possible overdose or injury. What is sometimes overlooked is an underlying issue, and in some cases it is…
At the height of their addiction, a person may be consuming upwards of half their caloric needs in alcohol alone. This can lead to malnutrition,…