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How Does My Drinking Affect Others?

Your drinking may have started as a way to relieve stress after work. You didn’t intend to get addicted, but over time you began to feel less complete without alcohol. Before you knew it, drinking became a necessity. Through this harrowing journey, the last thing on your mind was the effects of secondhand alcohol on…

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The Signs of Fentanyl Abuse to Lookout For

Signs of Fentanyl Abuse

For over a decade, our country has battled an opioid epidemic that has ravaged communities everywhere, including Lorain County. This may hit even closer to home if your own loved one has suffered from an opioid addiction. Unfortunately, a new threat has made its way into our community in the form of fentanyl. Fentanyl is…

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The Benefits of Medication-Assisted Treatment

The Benefits of Medication-Assisted Treatment

For many people facing the struggles of addiction, it can be challenging to break through the cycle without the right professional help. There’s no shame in needing extra support to overcome a chemical dependency. That’s where medication-assisted treatment comes in. It’s a form of treatment that excels in helping people get past the initial challenges…

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Can Marijuana Help with Depression?

Can Marijuana Help with Depression?

If you or someone you know is suffering from depression, you know what it can feel like. A feeling of hopelessness builds as a shadow is cast over your daily life. As that shadow grows, sadness forms and you begin to have less interest in things that usually bring you joy. Many people are looking…

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