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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...

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How to Help an Addict Posted on November 16, 2021 9:57 am PDT

Discovering that a friend or loved one is struggling with substance abuse can be shocking and upsetting. Wanting to help is natural but, without the...

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What Is Opioid Use Disorder? Posted on October 16, 2021 2:22 am PDT

Between July 2016 and September 2017 alone, the number of suspected opioid drug overdoses in the U.S. increased by 30%.1 A month later, the opioid...

Facts About DUI Treatment For First-Time Offenders Posted on September 13, 2021 3:12 pm PDT

DUI is an acronym used for driving under the influence, whether that influence is alcohol or drugs. If you fail a DUI test, you may...

4 Simple, Safe Ways to Get More Quality Sleep During Recovery Posted on August 30, 2021 3:45 pm PDT

Having a hard time getting quality rest during recovery? If so, you’re not alone. Many people experience poor sleep or lack of sleep when recovering...