ASK DOCTOR K: Drug Dependence Is Possible for the 'Almost Addicted'

Published November 7, 2012

ASK DOCTOR K: Drug dependence is possible for the 'almost addicted'

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DEAR DOCTOR K: I think I may have a drug problem. But how can I tell if I'm truly addicted? DEAR READER: The world is not divided neatly into those who are “addicts” and those who are not. More and more, doctors are viewing substance use as a spectrum …
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Va gets grant to participate in National Governors Association prescription …

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RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia is receiving a grant to participate in a National Governors Association program to reduce prescription drug abuse. Gov. Bob McDonnell says the state is getting a year-long $ 45,000 grant to participate in the Prescription Drug …
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Drug cops vs. Rx abuse

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The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America and the National Governors Association have together created the Prescription Drug Abuse Reduction Policy Academy. Virginia is one of seven states to be awarded a $ 45,000 competitive grant to …
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