In families experiencing alcoholism or drug addiction, children are often overlooked as the focus is on treating the adult. However, children need attention, guidance, and positive …
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Eating Disorders: When and where to get help
An Eating Disorder (such as anorexia nervosa, anorexia bulimia, binge-eating, and others) is a dangerous, debilitating, and disabling condition that, if ignored or left untreated, can lead …
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Help for Families coping with Substance Abuse and Mental Disorders
Every family is unique, but all families share a bond that can be used to support one another during trying times. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution for helping a family …
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Know the Facts About Underage Binge Drinking
Underage drinkers tend to drink less often than adults, but when they do drink, their drinking is heavier. Underage drinkers on average consume 5 drinks per occasion, 5 times a month. When …
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Substance Abuse & Mental Illness in U.S. Adults
A combined 63.8 million adults 18 and older in the United States had either a substance use disorder or a mental illness in the past year. One in 12 adults had a substance use disorder and 1 …
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Veterans and Substance Abuse Treatment
In 2014, there were more than 23 million veterans in the United States. One in 14 veterans experienced a substance use disorder. In 2013, 62,000 veterans were admitted for treatment. The …