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Binge Drinking: Risks & Signs
Understand the dangers of binge drinking and learn to recognize the warning signs before it becomes a pattern.
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Alcohol Detox
What to expect during alcohol detox, including timeline, symptoms, and medical support options.
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Learn about withdrawal symptoms, dangers, and why medical supervision is critical during this process.
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Explore evidence-based treatment approaches from PHP and IOP to medication-assisted therapy.
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How naltrexone works to reduce alcohol cravings and support long-term recovery from alcohol use disorder.
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Behavioral Addiction Overview
Understanding non-substance addictions including gambling, internet, and other compulsive behaviors.
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Process Addiction Explained
How process addictions develop, their neurological basis, and effective treatment approaches.
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Gambling Addiction
Recognizing the signs of gambling disorder and pathways to recovery through therapy and support.
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Screen-based compulsions are on the rise. Learn when internet use crosses into addictive territory.
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Opioid Addiction Guide
Comprehensive guide to opioid use disorder, from prescription painkillers to heroin and fentanyl.
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Prescription Drug Misuse
Understanding the risks of prescription medication misuse and how dependence develops over time.
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Stimulant Addiction
Cocaine, methamphetamine, and prescription stimulant addiction: risks, effects, and recovery paths.
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Benzodiazepine Dependence
How benzodiazepine dependence develops and why medically supervised tapering is essential for safety.
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Synthetic Drug Dangers
The growing threat of synthetic drugs including fentanyl analogs and designer substances.
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Recovery Fundamentals
Core principles of long-term addiction recovery and building a sustainable, substance-free life.
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Building a Recovery Plan
Step-by-step guide to creating a personalized recovery plan that supports sustained sobriety.
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How addiction impacts relationships and what couples and families can do to heal together.
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Codependency Explained
Understanding codependent behaviors, how they develop, and strategies for establishing healthy boundaries.
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Supporting a Loved One
Practical advice for family members and friends on how to support someone struggling with addiction.
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Family Dynamics in Recovery
How family systems are affected by addiction and the role of family therapy in sustainable recovery.
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Addiction Screening Overview
Learn about validated screening tools used to assess substance use disorders and mental health conditions.
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CAGE Questionnaire
A brief 4-question screening tool widely used to identify potential alcohol use problems.
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AUDIT Screening
The Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test: a comprehensive screening for hazardous drinking.
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DAST Assessment
The Drug Abuse Screening Test helps identify problematic drug use and guide treatment recommendations.
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