Families in Recovery (Part 1): Explaining Addiction

Families in Recovery (Part 1): Explaining Addiction – This video presents ways family members can support loved ones during treatment and early recovery. Because the people in the video are in recovery themselves or are family members of people in recovery, listening to their experiences may help others understand the role of family in recovery. (SMA) 4637

New Haven funeral home offers new aftercare program

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It's a topic not so easy to talk about, especially after the loss of a loved one, but Howard K. Hill Funeral Services' new “Zola” aftercare program hopes to make it easier for families to deal with grief. Zola, an African word meaning “to love” is the …
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New limits on generic OxyContin

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“These regulations will save lives and prevent addiction. While these steps help limit access, a ban on generic Oxycontin remains the single most effective way to prevent the devastating impact that this drug can have on families.” The regulations …
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UAE residents' addiction to mood elevators: Patients stock up on prescription …

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“Some get used to these and are unable to face real situations on their own. They feel that they can't do it without the help of the tablet. It turns into an addiction. They start self-treating, and using the tablet as mood elevator and not as pain …
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