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What Is Medical Detox and Why Is It Important?
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mohammed Saeed, MD. If you are addicted to drugs or alcohol, then you know how difficult (if not outright...
Can You Stop Using Heroin On Your Own?
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What You Should Do After Alcohol Detox
The path to a sober life without alcohol can be long and complex. Detox is the very beginning of that journey. Any treatment for...
How Does Alcohol and Drug Detox Work? How Long Does It Take?
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Mohammed Saeed, MD. Detoxification, or detox, is the process by which various kinds of toxins leave the...
How to Confront an Alcoholic – Without Losing Your Cool
“I’m worried about your drinking, and I think you should get a professional assessment from an addiction recovery specialist.” “You...