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How Meth Affects the Body Posted on January 16, 2023 12:15 pm PDT

Millions of people across the United States struggle with an addiction to crystal meth. Also known as speed, crank, or ice, meth is an incredibly...

Step 3 A Deeper Look At The Twleve Steps

A DEEPER LOOK AT THE 12 STEPS: STEP 3 Posted on June 10, 2022 8:32 am PDT

“Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him.” Step 3 of Alcoholics Anonymous’...

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7 Side Effects of Nicotine Addiction Posted on May 10, 2022 3:21 am PDT

Effects of Nicotine Addiction Adrenaline Overworks the Circulatory System Brain Chemistry Changes Blood Sugar Regulation Is Disrupted The Brain Reacts to Changes in Blood Flow...

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Substance Abuse Statistics for 2020 Reveal Highest Number of Drug Overdoses Posted on February 16, 2022 2:12 am PDT

The release of substance abuse statistics in 2020 revealed that it was the deadliest year in U.S. history; nearly a million people died of overdoses...

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A Parent’s Guide to Drug Smells and Odors Posted on January 16, 2022 8:42 am PDT

A strange new smell in your teen’s room or car or on their clothes might not seem all that important at first, but if you’ve...

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Substance Abuse Help Options Posted on December 16, 2021 9:00 am PDT

Discovering that a loved one is struggling with addiction can be a shock for many people. There are conflicting emotions of disbelief, worry, and a...