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READ MORE Jul 7 2018 AddictionAddiction Recovery AlumniSuccess StoriesTreatment Voice of Recovery: Nicks Success Story Nicks Success Story: Breaking the Cycle Addiction was nothing new to Nick. His father drank routinely, and after watching his …
READ MORE Jul 7 2018 AddictionResidential Treatment CenterTreatment How to Prepare for Residential Treatment It takes courage to ask for help to overcome substance abuse. For some, help for a substance use disorder involves …
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READ MORE Jul 3 2018 AddictionDual Diagnosis Treatment Can Low Self-Esteem Lead to Substance Use? Exploring the Link Between Self-Esteem and Substance Abuse Low self-esteem, a perception that one is inadequate, unlovable, unworthy and/or incompetent. It often stems from exposure to dysfunctional behavior …
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READ MORE Jul 2 2018 AddictionAddiction Recovery AlumniSuccess StoriesTreatment Voice of Recovery: Cheryl Outrunning Addiction A 30 pack of beer and a bottle of Bacardi every day was Cheryl’s norm for 22 years. …