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October 21, 2022
Maybe you just wanted to experiment. Perhaps you gave in to peer pressure. Or possibly this is the latest in a series of dangerous decisions. Whatever the reason, you’ve been using a powerful drug and you’re beginning to worry about the long-term ramifications. How long will...
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October 14, 2022
In an effort to eradicate stigma, awareness campaigns often emphasize that addiction is not evidence of a moral failure, a character flaw, or a lack of willpower. But what, then, is addiction? Is addiction a mental health issue? Is it a behavioral health concern? Or is...
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October 7, 2022
People who use alcohol or other drugs while they are working may be putting themselves and their colleagues in considerable danger. Knowing how to recognize the signs of drug use at work can help you maintain a safe workplace. It can also help you identify colleagues...
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September 16, 2022
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) has been federal law in the United States since the early 1990s. This groundbreaking legislation ensured that certain employees would be able to take unpaid leave for a variety of reasons without fear of losing their jobs. Through the...
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September 9, 2022
Addiction is a chronic, progressive disorder that can affect your physical, mental, behavioral, and social well-being. It is not a curable condition – but with proper care and continued vigilance, you can achieve lifelong recovery. In other words, there’s no such thing as a quick-fix solution...
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September 2, 2022
Alcohol is one of the most frequently used addictive substance in the United States and throughout the rest of the world. Many people are able to use this drug safely and in moderation – but for millions of others, alcohol use leads to a variety of...
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August 19, 2022
One of the many persistent myths about alcoholism is that a person has to hit “rock bottom” before they can get treatment. The truth is that treatment can be a beneficial experience for anyone who has become addicted to alcohol. This includes people who have struggled with...
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August 12, 2022
Alcoholism is often referred to as a family disease. One reason for this reference is that when a person develops alcohol use disorder (which is the clinical term for alcohol addiction), their struggles are likely to impact their closest loved ones. The family aspect of alcoholism extends to...
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August 5, 2022
If you’ve been struggling with an addiction to alcohol, entering a treatment program can be one of the best decisions you will ever make. Before you begin, you will want to gather some important information, such as which services are best for you and how long...
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