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Overcoming Addiction - Treatment and Support

Long-term strategies and support are essential for recovery. Your life will benefit from change, so remain open and learn from the experience of others.
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How You Can Reduce Alcohol Consumption to Avoid Harm in Your Life
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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How Long Does Withdrawal From Kratom Last?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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How Long Does Withdrawal From Methadone Last?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Exercise Can Help With Avoiding an Addiction Relapse
Reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS
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How Long Does Withdrawal From Ambien Last?
Fact checked by Andrea Rice
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How to Help Someone With a Drinking Problem
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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Can Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Treat Addiction?
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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Here Is a Look at What Motivates Women to Seek Recovery From Addiction
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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Why Mood Changes Are Normal During Alcohol or Drug Withdrawal
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Is There Medication That Will Reduce Alcohol Craving?
Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
Campral
The Rx Drug Campral May Help Curb Alcohol Cravings
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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How Long Does Withdrawal From Sertraline Last?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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How Bad Will the Withdrawal From Methadone Be?
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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5 Ways to Curb Your Drug Cravings and Avoid Relapse
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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How Topiramate Is Used to Treat Alcoholism
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Here Is a Look at How Effective Drug Addiction Treatment Is
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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The Third Stage of Rehab is Maintaining Abstinence
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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How Your Recovery Benefits From Developing Healthy Relationships
Reviewed by David Susman, PhD
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Managing Your Money Can Benefit Your Recovery
By Buddy T
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The Different Stages of How to Overcome Addiction
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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How to Know If You Should Quit Drinking or Cut Back
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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Once-A-Month Naltrexone Injection
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
Topiramate Tablets
Seizure Drug Topiramate May Be Effective to Treat Alcoholism
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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How Exercise and Nutrition Can Help You Stay Clean & Sober
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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Ondansetron Reduces Alcohol Craving in Early-Onset Alcoholics
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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What You Should Know About Enabling an Addict or Alcoholic
By Buddy T
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Here's a List of Non-Spiritual Alcohol and Drug Recovery Programs
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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The Toughest Stage of Recovery Is the Early Abstinence Stage
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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4 Stages of Alcohol and Drug Rehab Recovery
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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How Anti-Alcohol Drugs Can Help Break the Habit
By Buddy T
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The First Stage of Recovery Is the Initiation of Treatment
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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Long-Term Sobriety Usually Requires a Drastic Change in Lifestyle
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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How Can an Excercise Program Help Your Recovery?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Quitting Smoking Can Enhance Maintaining Sobriety
Medically reviewed by Armeen Poor, MD
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Behaviors to Get Under Control If You Have an Addictive Personality
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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Tips For Coping With Withdrawal-Induced Nausea and Vomiting
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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3 Ways to Deal With Withdrawal Insomnia
Medically reviewed by Armeen Poor, MD
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Coping With Drug Withdrawal Diarrhea, Stomach Pain, and Vomiting
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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When Should You Seek Medical Help for a Withdrawal Fever?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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What to Know About Treating Addiction With Vivitrol
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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Withdrawal From Drug Addiction In a Detox Facility or at Home
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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The PAWS That Doesn't Refresh: Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Can Alcoholics Learn to Drink Moderately?
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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Can a Prescription Help in Your Alcoholism Treatment?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Managing Your Drug Cravings Can Help With Recovery
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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Why Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome Can Be a Barrier to Recovery
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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Why Trying to Numb Emotional Pain With Drugs Makes the Problem Worse
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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Evidence-Based Methods for Preventing Alcohol Disorders in Society
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Overcoming Addiction: How to Get It Under Control for Good
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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What Is an Intervention?
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE