Substance Abuse

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Millions of Americans abuse substances. Don’t let that lead to health problems and addiction.
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It’s no secret that alcohol makes it hard to get hard, but why, and what can you do about it?
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Sex addiction is a behavioral disorder that can lead to complications in all aspects of life.
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When it comes to opioids, it is important—possibly lifesaving—to separate fact from fiction.
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Loving each other through recovery isn't easy, but hard work can make a relationship stronger.
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Though effective in the short term, long-term narcotics use has its share of serious risks.
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Are you making a fresh start? Here's how you can return to healthy living after an addiction.
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A loved one's support can be as important as treatment when battling substance use disorder.
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With patience and positivity, you can be the secret weapon in a friend's battle against tobacco.
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Exercise may be the best medicine for your body. But how effective is it to fight substance use?
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Are you living with chronic pain but don't want to resort to narcotics? You have options.
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Panic symptoms are more common in smokers, and smoking generally makes panic worse.
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An official diagnosis of addiction can illuminate the road to recovery.
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Many men enjoy a few drinks now and then, but such consumption carries sexual side effects.
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Learn how to set up a successful quit-smoking plan that includes the appropriate use of NRT.
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Addiction can destroy a partnership, but providing support is essential for recovery.
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Mental health disorders and addiction are co-occurring conditions that have lasting impacts.
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Addiction destroys families, but understanding its causes can help family members to survive.
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Sex workers had no involvement in state laws written about them—now they aim to rewrite them.
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Responsible drinking can become second nature once you understand the facts and benefits.
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The diagnosis may be shoddy, but the symptoms are real enough.
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It might seem strange to use a cannabis compound for recovery, but there's more to it.
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Is moderate marijuana use a smart path to sobriety?
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Poppers can kill. But for many, the party must go on.
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Everyone's reason to drink less is personal, but the steps to get there usually overlap.
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As drug abuse numbers climb, keep an eye on certain red flags to curb the risk.
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As a cultural beverage, it’s universal—but there can be consequences to drinking too much.
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What do our prescription trends tell us about our state of suffering?
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We are slowly adopting a sympathetic and, hopefully, more effective approach toward addiction.
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The U.S. campaign against substance use has morphed over the past 50 years.
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Overturning troubling patterns requires the development of positive, consistent ones.
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Don't let outdated beliefs keep you or a loved one from seeking much-needed support.
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Capable of a potency up to 100 times that of morphine, this opioid poses a real risk.
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Addiction is a medical and psychological issue, so why are many recovery programs faith-based?
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Just a little drink to help the medicine go down. What could go wrong?
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If you want to try to help a loved one suffering from addiction, you need to know the basics.
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Here's how to make your at-home intervention as effective as those on TV.
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The honeymoon phase of quitting substance use can both help and hinder long-term recovery.
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Once you enter the gray areas of substance use, it's time for the hard questions.
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Step programs are the gold standard in substance use recovery, but do they work for everyone?
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What are some strategies we can use to reduce the emphasis of alcohol in our lives?
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This chronic brain disease can lead to serious consequences for your health and sex life.
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Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatments for alcohol use disorder.
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The goal is to stop drinking safely. But what's the best way to go about that?
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Here's what to expect in your daily life as you're dealing with alcohol use disorder.
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Too much booze can cause problems with performance and libido.
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Drinking too much alcohol affects sexual function and pleasure—but not always in a good way.
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This deadly but treatable condition can affect everything from family to fertility.
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Almost 50 million in the U.S. had a substance use disorder in 2022. And the trend is rising.
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What are the evidence-based signs of SUD—and how can you begin recovery from addiction?
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The opioid crisis has claimed more than half a million lives in a little more than 30 years.
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Finding your footing when in recovery from substance use disorder is difficult. There is help.
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Opioid use disorder can be deadly. Recovery is possible with medication, counseling and therapy.
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Strong relationships aid in recovery from OUD, but they come with potential pitfalls.