Palm Beach County Considering Banning Kratom
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Author: Justin Mckibben Today I’m going to give you ‘The Talk’. Yes that talk. And it will probably get a little weird, but I promise it’s for a good cause and it will all be over soon. Let’s talk about... Learn MoreWhat Type of Addict Are You?
Author: Justin Mckibben Addicts and Alcoholics tend to get the feeling they are a little different, and we often don’t think we should be lumped all together like one sub-species. Generally speaking we are people who would not normally... Learn MoreThe 13 Most Common Addiction Stereotypes
By Cheryl Steinberg There are several common myths and misconceptions about addiction that run amok, and these are passed around by not just those who are lucky enough to be non-addicts but, by addicts, themselves. The problem with this is... Learn More4 Key Differences Between the Heavy Drinker/User and the Alcoholic/Addict
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A lot of people who are in recovery from addiction have found a solution that emphasizes the importance of spirituality. Programs such as 12 step recovery fellowships stress the importance of being spiritually fit because it leads to an overall... Learn More9 Ways Addiction Can Affect The Family and How to Start Healing
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Documentaries, in general, can be a good way to educate yourself on any given topic. They can be more impactful because there are images and a soundtrack to go along with the information. If you are interested in learning about... Learn MoreWhat is CRAFT and is it more effective than a traditional intervention?
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D.A.R.E. and ‘Just Say No’ were well-meaning programs that actually resulted in doing a lot more damage than good. Here are the 8 most harmful lies we tell kids about addiction. #1. Everyone will try to get you high, (including... Learn More
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