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  1. Substance Abuse Support

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

    1. Share Your Story Here

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      Latest: Was this Sativa or laced weed? by PiersBall, Sep 12, 2023
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    2. General Substance Abuse Discussion

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      Latest: Idealism and Addiction Myths by lovecraftXIX, May 18, 2022
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    3. Sobriety Tips and Inspiration

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  2. Commonly Abused Substances

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

    1. Alcohol

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    2. Cocaine

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      Latest: Druggy by CharlesClark, Nov 25, 2022
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    3. Heroin

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      Latest: Addicted 16 month old son by True concern, May 21, 2021
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    4. Marijuana

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      Latest: Is Marijuana An Upper Or a Downer by PiersBall, Dec 4, 2022
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    5. Methamphetamine / Meth

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      Latest: sex and meth by Storyofmylife, Dec 30, 2022
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    6. Tobacco / Nicotine

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      Latest: Cigarettes smoke put problems in my head by nieprophsono, Oct 11, 2022
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    7. Prescription Drugs

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      Latest: Depression/anxiety caused by Ritalin? by trueevan, Sep 21, 2023
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    8. Other Substances

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      Latest: Gambling? by teslastar, Dec 23, 2022
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  3. Detox and Withdrawal

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

    1. Withdrawal Symptoms

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    2. Opiate Withdrawal Treatment

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    3. Share Your Detox Experience

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  4. Substance Abuse Treatment and Rehab

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

    1. Questions About Treatment

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    2. Low Cost and Free Treatment

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    3. Dual-Diagnosis Treatment

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      Latest: Dangerous drug interactions by brian2020, Nov 11, 2020
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    4. Share Your Rehab Experience

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      Latest: Any experience at St.Joes in Saranac Lake? by Dominica, Mar 13, 2018
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  5. Substance Abuse Support Groups

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

    1. 12-Step Support Groups

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      Latest: What is Gamblers Anonymous Like? by lovecraftXIX, Dec 23, 2022
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    2. Other Recovery Support Groups

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    3. Sober Living Homes

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  6. Support for Family and Friends

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    1. Helping an Addicted Loved One

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    2. Helping an Addicted Child

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    3. Helping an Addicted Friend

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