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Reply: Terrible withdrawal symptoms of Effexor XR--Went t...
Last month I was hospitalized for a "cardiac" issue.(all that was really determined was I have high...More
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Three years of Alcohol escape, can it be repaired?
I'm a 47 yr old female with no major health issues. About 3 1/2 yrs ago I went through a very personal,...More
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Betty Ford Center
Reply: Time for Change- Please help
You've done a lot of great things so far and have come to some good insights about yourself and the...More
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Has weed permanently damaged my brain since I'm me...
Okay so I am 16 years old, the first time I smoked was when I was 13. I would occasionly smoke but...More
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Betty Ford Center
Reply: Sever Paxil Withdrawal!!!
To me, it seems unlikely to be a Paxil Discontinuation Syndrome, given the small doses you were taking,...More
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Reply: will my brain heal after weed?
Hi ACBlock and welcome, Be sure to read some of the other discussions about this; they may help. ...More
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Reply: lortab dependency
Let us know how you are doing. I just recently went thru a self detox at home and can share my story. I...More
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Betty Ford Center
Reply: AM I AN ALCOHOLIC :-( ?
The disease of chemical dependence (alcoholism, addiction, etc.) is related to a change in brain...More
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Reply: withdrawal
Tramadol binds to the opiate receptors in the brain and acts like an opiate but does not have the central...More
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Reply: The Heart Of The Matter
Ive been working treatment for years and so many kids end up becoming the accidental addict. They think it cant...More
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Reply: A good article about suboxone withdrawal
Suboxone detox and withdrawl is one of the worst. Suboxone binds to the opiate receptors tighter than other...More
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Reply: I've givin up.
Its a difficult road to walk but as you're attaining the help and support your boyfriend needs you need just as...More
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Reply: Tramadol Withdrawal
Tramadol is a tricky drug. It works on the opiate receptors but does not have the CNS depressant effects that a...More
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Reply: I HAVE to stop Loratab! Help please...
Quitting opiate substances can be difficult but its definitely a doable thing. I am an addiction specialist and...More
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Betty Ford Center
Reply: Tylenol #3 with codeine
I understand that you and your husband are faced with a difficult dilemma. The fact of the...More
The New Teen Drinking Trend: Hand Sanitizer
Abuse of common household products is not a new phenomenon. Mouthwash and cough syrup have been...More
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Reply: Marijuana addiction and recovery
THC sequesters in the body fat and comes out ever so slowly. I simply can't answer your question as...More
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Betty Ford Center
Reply: Quitting
You are having withdrawal, and this is not uncommon. A doctor or drug clinic would be the right...More
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Reply: Results of blood infection due to heroin injection
Dear Sturner, I am so sorry for both these losses and all the heartache before and since. I hope...More
Reply: Rehab did not work.
Hey, I hope you are doing better in the year that has passed. I know exactly what you're going through- the...More
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Betty Ford Center
Reply: Alcholic sister coming to visit
Your sister is in early recovery and therefore very vulnerable; I would suggest that all liquor...More
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Reply: Quitting Marijuana
Diet obviously will help but you have to find other hobbies and interests that you are passionate about....More
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Reply: What would you do?
Well, do you even WANT to go sky diving? I'm not that afraid of heights but have no interest in sky...More
What Stresses YOU?
April is Stress Awareness Month and since stress can impact us all in many ways and, perhaps, lead...More
Reply: I need help, My boyfriend is in trouble and I don'...
Thank you so much for your advice. I will absolutely look into to both of your suggestions. It helps to know...More
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April is Alcohol Awareness Month
And with that in mind, I'm sharing a couple of resources, aside from talking here with others: ...More
Betty Ford Center
Reply: Alcoholism & Mental Health issue?
It is difficult to say if you brother's behaviors are driven by an independent psychiatric disorder,...More
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Betty Ford Center
Reply: Recovering Meth addict been physically SICK (Flu, ...
The short answer is yes . Based on this description of how you feel, it may be wise for you to seek...More
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Reply: Addicted to Tramadol
I'm having the same issues and it is no fun at all..as far as if it affects the liver..yes, I've had my levels...More
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