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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: Is there a difference in methadone tablet and liquid?? by Kattedjiron, Sep 14, 2021
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    2. General Substance Abuse Discussion

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      Latest: Took a low paying job / how to cope by Pluto888, Sep 12, 2021
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    3. Sobriety Tips and Inspiration

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      Latest: Gaba supplements by CharlesClark, Sep 21, 2021 at 5:07 AM
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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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      Latest: How do you cope on holiday? by lovecraftXIX, Sep 17, 2021 at 5:25 PM
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    2. Cocaine

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      Latest: Druggy by Ethan22, Sep 15, 2021
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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: Pot in Food by CameronAlsop, Sep 10, 2021
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    5. Methamphetamine / Meth

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      Latest: Urinary retention?? by VicToryn, May 13, 2021
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    6. Tobacco / Nicotine

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      Latest: Why do health insurance companies make smokers pay more but... by teslastar, Jun 28, 2021
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    7. Prescription Drugs

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      Latest: Need Advice by mamaliga, Aug 7, 2021
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    8. Other Substances

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      Latest: Easily addicted - food, the internet. Anyone have general coping strategies? by CameronAlsop, Aug 30, 2021
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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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      Latest: Suboxone withdrawal by Davers, Nov 29, 2020
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    2. Opiate Withdrawal Treatment

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      Latest: Detoxing at home this weekend by kellywet20, May 5, 2021
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    3. Share Your Detox Experience

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      Latest: Alcohol is by FAR the worst... by True concern, Sep 6, 2021
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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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      Latest: Sexual side effects from suboxone by Andielaindy, Oct 31, 2020
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    2. Low Cost and Free Treatment

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      Latest: Obamacare any help? by duremars, Jul 18, 2021
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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 HeidyD, Feb 8, 2021
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    2. Other Recovery Support Groups

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    3. Sober Living Homes

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      Latest: Would Having A Rehab Center in Your Community Scare You? by jinx0, Jan 1, 2021
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  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

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      Latest: Helping my boyfriend deal with his Mom's Addiction by lovecraftXIX, Apr 21, 2021
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    2. Helping an Addicted Child

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      Latest: Do you think there is enough addiction/drug education in schools? by FelicityHughes, Jul 20, 2020
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    3. Helping an Addicted Friend

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      Latest: Confronting boyfriend by Joshstillclean, Jan 23, 2020
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