Study: Alcohol, Drug Abuse Counselors Don't Always Require Total Abstinence

Study: Alcohol, drug abuse counselors don't always require total abstinence

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The researchers surveyed 913 members of the National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Addiction Counselors from across the United States. About 50 percent of the respondents said it would be acceptable if some of their clients who abused alcohol …
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Octo-Mom Doesn't Have Substance Abuse Addiction, But Does Have Major …

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… abuse addiction but does suffer from major psychological issues. "Nadya doesn't fit the stereotype of someone suffering from substance abuse addiction because she doesn't have a family history of it and she has never had any issues with …
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Former NBA Player Discusses Substance Abuse Dec. 4

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To support his vision, he founded the Herren Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing assistance to families affected by addiction. In 2012, the Herren Project launched Project Purple, a national anti-substance abuse campaign that …
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Are You or Someone You Know Almost Addicted to Drugs?

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Just because someone doesn't meet diagnostic criteria for substance abuse or dependence doesn't mean drugs aren't damaging their world. There's a space between normal …. If your loved one is almost addicted, offer help. Learn more about Dr. J. Wesley …
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