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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: Codeine addiction - cold turkey by Bullwinkle, Jan 17, 2020 at 10:25 AM
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    2. General Substance Abuse Discussion

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      Latest: I Wake up every morning in Extreme Pain by Davers, Jan 16, 2020 at 9:18 AM
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    3. Sobriety Tips and Inspiration

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      Latest: Sobriety Tips!!!! by Bullwinkle, Jan 15, 2020 at 8:42 PM
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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: I just can't anymore by Joshstillclean, Jan 10, 2020
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    2. Cocaine

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      Latest: Wife told me she has been on cocaine by Joshstillclean, Jan 13, 2020 at 10:30 PM
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    3. Heroin

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      Latest: Why do some people become addicted, while others don't? by True concern, Jan 3, 2020
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    4. Marijuana

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      Latest: Finally Quitting Weed by Davers, Jan 8, 2020
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    5. Methamphetamine / Meth

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      Latest: How Long Have You Gone Without Sleeping? by Joshstillclean, Jan 16, 2020 at 8:48 PM
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    6. Tobacco / Nicotine

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      Latest: Anti smoking campaign in school by Bullwinkle, Oct 22, 2019
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    7. Prescription Drugs

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      Latest: Terrified please help by Glimmerofhope, Jan 17, 2020 at 4:10 AM
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    8. Other Substances

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      Latest: Addicted to the smell of printed paper by DoxyMom, Jan 7, 2020
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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: Cocaine Withdrawal by DoxyMom, Dec 12, 2019
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    2. Opiate Withdrawal Treatment

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      Latest: Suboxone Questions by Distraught Sister, Dec 25, 2019
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    3. Share Your Detox Experience

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      Latest: I'm having several issues & it's bringing me Waaay down. by Davers, Jan 16, 2020 at 10:36 AM
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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: Help by DoxyMom, Dec 22, 2019
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    2. Low Cost and Free Treatment

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      Latest: medicare by deanokat, Dec 6, 2018
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    3. Dual-Diagnosis Treatment

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      Latest: Can anyone recommend a rehab faciltiy? by DoxyMom, Nov 2, 2019
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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: How soon do you get a AA sponsor and do you keep your AA sponsor forever? by True concern, Nov 16, 2019
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    2. Other Recovery Support Groups

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      Latest: Im happy I finally registered by DoxyMom, Nov 30, 2019
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    3. Sober Living Homes

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      Latest: Sober House, the TV Show by Joshstillclean, Oct 17, 2019
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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: I need help with my fiance by DoxyMom, Dec 19, 2019
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    2. Helping an Addicted Child

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      Latest: My son almost died by DoxyMom, Nov 30, 2019
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    3. Helping an Addicted Friend

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      Latest: Confronting boyfriend by Davers, Dec 31, 2019
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