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Substance use disorder: Functioning alcoholic: making business presentation blurred colleagues 1156315923

Functional Alcoholism: What Does It Mean to Be a ‘Functioning Alcoholic’?

Written By Emily Guarnotta, PsyD
Substance use disorder: therapist taking notes 1190436571
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Can You Get Addicted to Weed? 11 Signs You Might Have Cannabis Use Disorder

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Substance use disorder: Recovery: couple embarking on a trip in convertible 1244966339

Recovering From Alcohol and Other Substance Use Disorders

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC
Substance use disorder: Addiction symptoms: sad person in bed 1346784590

Substance Use Disorders: How to Recognize the Signs and Symptoms of Addiction

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC
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What Are the Most Common Causes of an Alcohol Relapse? Understanding Triggers in Recovery

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What Are the Best Medications and Therapies for Addiction?

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC
Substance user disorder: Treatments: teen and parent with therapist 1143980540

The Top 5 Evidence-Based Substance Use Therapies

Written By Sarah Gupta, MD
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Substance Use Treatment: How Can I Find an Affordable Option?

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC
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What Is Medication-Assisted Treatment? How Taking Medication for Substance Use Disorders Can Help

Written By Amy B. Gragnolati, PharmD, BCPS
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What Are the Signs of a Drug Overdose?

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC
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What Is Xylazine (‘Tranq’)? Here’s What You Should Know

Written By Jill Barat, PharmD
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What Is a Relapse, and How Do You Help Someone Experiencing a Relapse?

Written By Alex Eastman, PhD, RN
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What Are the Signs of a Cocaine Overdose? Here’s When to Call 911

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC
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Whippets Are Dangerous. Here’s Why You Should Think Twice Before Trying Psychoactive Nitrous Oxide

Written By Sarah Gupta, MD
Health: Substance use disorder: closeup packaged syringe needles 943792418

Needle Exchange Programs: How They Can Help Reduce the Risk of Drug Overdoses

Written By Liz Talago, MEd
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What Causes Addiction? Factors That Increase Your Risk for a Substance Use Disorder

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Could You Have a Caffeine Addiction (and What Can You Do About It)?

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How to Create a Relapse Prevention Plan to Maintain Your Recovery

Written By Liz Talago, MEd
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How Can You Help Someone Go to Rehab?

Written By Emily Guarnotta, PsyD
Substance use: Recovery help: supportive friends walking outside-1219862066

How to Help Someone With Drug Addiction and Support Their Recovery

Written By Emily Guarnotta, PsyD
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Hallucinogen Use Disorder: Are These Substances Addictive?

Written By Emily Guarnotta, PsyD
Inhalent use disorder: young man staring in mirror serious-1345485365

Inhalant Use Disorder: How to Recognize the Signs

Written By Emily Guarnotta, PsyD
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Sedative Use Disorder: Understanding What Leads to Addiction

Written By Emily Guarnotta, PsyD
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How to Spot the Warning Signs of a Substance Use Relapse — and What to Do About It

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC
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Do Cannabis and CBD Help With Drug Treatment and Recovery?

Written By Adie Rae, PhD
Substance use disorder: CBT: therapist taking notes 1404494265

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Substance Use Disorders

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC
Health: Addiction: senior women yoga in the park 1308292203

What Is Self-Care in Recovery From Substance Use and Addiction?

Written By Mona Bapat, PhD, HSPP
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What Is Medication-Assisted Treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder?

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC
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What Are the Stages of Addiction or Substance Use Relapse?

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What Does It Feel Like to Get Sober?

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Stress and Addiction: How Are They Related?

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Does Health Insurance Cover Substance Use Disorder, Addiction Treatment, and Rehab?

Written By Brooke A. Lewis
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Here Are 6 Signs That You Need Help Detoxing (and How to Get Support for You or Someone Else)

Written By Erika Krull, MSEd, LMHPL
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Alternatives to Traditional Rehab for Addiction and Substance Use Disorder

Written By Brooke A. Lewis
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Which Is Better: Alcohol Moderation or Abstinence?

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC
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Opioid Addiction and Opioid Use Disorder: Symptoms, Treatment, and More

Written By Cecilia Stonebraker, NCC, LCMHCA, LCAS, CSI
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How Drug and Alcohol Addiction Impacts Your Mind, Body, and Health

Written By Christina Palmer, MD
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Cravings and Addiction

Written By Emily Guarnotta, PsyD
Substance use disorder: Perfectionism: tired late-night studying college library 1252691219

How Are Perfectionism and Addiction Connected?

Written By Erika Krull, MSEd, LMHPL
Substance use disorder: How long: cropped flipping calendar pages 1286269017

How Long Does It Take to Break an Addiction Habit?

Written By Emily Guarnotta, PsyD
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The 15 Most Addictive Prescription Medications

Written By Nicole E. Cieri-Hutcherson, PharmD, BCPS, NCMP
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Dependence vs. Addiction: What’s the Difference?

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC
Substance use disorder: Avoid relapse: two people playing tennis 974938160

Stuck at Day 0? Here’s How to Stay Sober and Avoid a Relapse

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC
Substance use disorder: App: leaning against wall on phone 1356938545

Most Effective Apps for Managing Substance Use Triggers and Cravings

Written By N. Saya Des Marais, MSW
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How to Find a Support Group Near You or Build One to Help You on the Road to Recovery

Written By Cecilia Stonebraker, NCC, LCMHCA, LCAS, CSI
Substance use disorder: Shame: depressed silhouette sitting in tunnel 1138709105

How Do Feelings of Guilt and Shame Feed Addiction?

Written By Eric Patterson, LPC