An American Addiction Centers Resource

New to the DrugAbuse.com Forums?Join or

DrugAbuse.com

DrugAbuse.com

Join the Conversation

The DrugAbuse.com Forums provide guidance, support and encouragement to anyone struggling with substance abuse issues or who is concerned about a friend or loved one.

  1. Substance Abuse Support

    Share your story, talk about substance abuse, and learn strategies for staying sober.

    1. Share Your Story Here

      Discussions:
      1,126
      Messages:
      12,842
      Latest: So many years sober....and I just messed up. by Dominica, Mar 18, 2019 at 12:31 PM
      RSS

    2. General Substance Abuse Discussion

      Discussions:
      692
      Messages:
      12,228
      Latest: Presentation by deanokat, Mar 13, 2019 at 12:50 PM
      RSS

    3. Sobriety Tips and Inspiration

      Discussions:
      831
      Messages:
      14,332
      Latest: Struggling with sobriety by deanokat, Mar 11, 2019
      RSS

  2. Commonly Abused Substances

    Struggling with a specific substance? Get help in our substance abuse discussion forums.

    1. Alcohol

      Discussions:
      560
      Messages:
      12,077
      Latest: Acamprosate by deanokat, Mar 5, 2019
      RSS

    2. Cocaine

      Discussions:
      173
      Messages:
      3,061
      Latest: I need help by deanokat, Mar 18, 2019 at 8:26 AM
      RSS

    3. Heroin

      Discussions:
      143
      Messages:
      1,921
      Latest: Going Through Hell In My Mind During Overdose by DoxyMom, Mar 6, 2019
      RSS

    4. Marijuana

      Discussions:
      312
      Messages:
      7,048
      Latest: Day 11 sober by deanokat, Mar 13, 2019 at 7:57 AM
      RSS

    5. Methamphetamine / Meth

      Discussions:
      164
      Messages:
      1,982
      Latest: Addicted to meth by deanokat, Mar 18, 2019 at 10:36 AM
      RSS

    6. Tobacco / Nicotine

      Discussions:
      379
      Messages:
      7,262
      Latest: Laws against smoking during pregnancy? by rweb130, Mar 7, 2019
      RSS

    7. Prescription Drugs

      Discussions:
      289
      Messages:
      3,825
      Latest: Using Diazepam for over a month withdrawals? by deanokat, Mar 16, 2019 at 7:28 AM
      RSS

    8. Other Substances

      Discussions:
      274
      Messages:
      6,270
      Latest: Inhalants are deadly by deanokat, Dec 28, 2018
      RSS

  3. Detox and Withdrawal

    Learn more about withdrawal symptoms and detox program for drugs & alcohol.

    1. Withdrawal Symptoms

      Discussions:
      107
      Messages:
      1,804
      Latest: Best way to handle a meth withdrawal? by deanokat, Mar 18, 2019 at 8:24 AM
      RSS

    2. Opiate Withdrawal Treatment

      Discussions:
      41
      Messages:
      450
      Latest: Coming off of opiates and the withdrawl is killing me. What do I do? by loser, Feb 16, 2019
      RSS

    3. Share Your Detox Experience

      Discussions:
      30
      Messages:
      530
      Latest: My journey at a methadone clinic by deanokat, Mar 18, 2019 at 11:03 AM
      RSS

  4. Substance Abuse Treatment and Rehab

    Get information about treatment centers and rehab programs for drug and alcohol addiction.

    1. Questions About Treatment

      Discussions:
      74
      Messages:
      1,219
      Latest: Sexual side effects from suboxone by deanokat, Feb 17, 2019
      RSS

    2. Low Cost and Free Treatment

      Discussions:
      50
      Messages:
      818
      Latest: medicare by deanokat, Dec 6, 2018
      RSS

    3. Dual-Diagnosis Treatment

      Discussions:
      25
      Messages:
      364
      Latest: Is dual diagnosis common? by deanokat, Jan 5, 2018
      RSS

    4. Share Your Rehab Experience

      Discussions:
      30
      Messages:
      482
      Latest: Any experience at St.Joes in Saranac Lake? by Dominica, Mar 13, 2018
      RSS

  5. Substance Abuse Support Groups

    Find support groups, sober living homes, aftercare, and relapse prevention programs.

    1. 12-Step Support Groups

      Discussions:
      27
      Messages:
      424
      Latest: Is this true about NA? by deanokat, Feb 2, 2019
      RSS

    2. Other Recovery Support Groups

      Discussions:
      38
      Messages:
      431
      Latest: In extreme need for advice by deanokat, Aug 21, 2018
      RSS

    3. Sober Living Homes

      Discussions:
      23
      Messages:
      261
      Latest: Sober Living in St. Louis Missouri by deanokat, Apr 10, 2017
      RSS

  6. Support for Family and Friends

    Have a family member or friend in crisis? Get support, encouragement and guidance here.

    1. Helping an Addicted Loved One

      Discussions:
      201
      Messages:
      2,372
      Latest: I didn't know what else to do... by deanokat, Feb 26, 2019
      RSS

    2. Helping an Addicted Child

      Discussions:
      70
      Messages:
      1,307
      Latest: Help Exist? by deanokat, Jan 14, 2019
      RSS

    3. Helping an Addicted Friend

      Discussions:
      86
      Messages:
      1,461
      Latest: when do you guys get fed up with lies by devastated1, Nov 5, 2018
      RSS

  7. ________________________________________

  8. About the DrugAbuse.com Community

    We are a growing community of people from all walks of life who have been impacted by substance abuse, either personally or with a family member or friend. Our community provides members with support, encouragement, and resources. The DrugAbuse.com Community is free to join.

    1. Our Community Values and Approach

      The DrugAbuse.com forums provide a safe, secure place for those struggling with substance abuse issues.

    2. Forum Rules and Policies

      Please read the rules and policies thoroughly before posting in the community forums.

    3. Become a Community Listener

      Our Community Listeners provide support and encouragement to those struggling with substance abuse.