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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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9 Tips for Cutting Back on Drinking
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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Kratom Withdrawal: Symptoms, Timeline, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Methadone Withdrawal: Symptoms, Timeline, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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How Exercise Can Help You Beat an Addiction
Reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS
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Ambien Withdrawal: Symptoms, Timeline, & Treatment
Fact checked by Andrea Rice
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How to Help Someone With a Drinking Problem
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Is Used to Treat Addiction
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Learn About Women Seeking Recovery from Addiction
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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How to Feel Better During Drug or Alcohol Withdrawal
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Controlling Alcohol Cravings With Medication
Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
Campral
Can Campral Help Your Recovery?
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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Sertraline Withdrawal: Symptoms, Timeline & Treatment
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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How to Safely Stop Using Methadone
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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5 Ways to Curb Your Drug Cravings and Avoid Relapse
By Elizabeth Hartney, BSc., MSc., MA, PhD
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How Topiramate Is Used to Treat Alcoholism
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Learn How Effective Drug Addiction Treatment Is
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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The Third Stage of Rehab Is Maintaining Abstinence
By Buddy T
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Developing Healthy Relationships in Recovery
By Buddy T
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Help Maintain Sobriety With Money Management
By Buddy T
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The Stages of Change Model of Overcoming Addiction
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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When You Should Completely Quit Drinking
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Once-A-Month Naltrexone Injection
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Topiramate Tablets
Using Topiramate to Treat Alcohol and Other Addictions
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Exercise and Nutrition for Alcohol or Drugs Abstinence
By Buddy T
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Ondansetron Can Prevent Alcohol Cravings
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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How to Know When You're Enabling an Addict
By Buddy T
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Non-Spiritual Alcohol and Drug Treatment Programs
By Buddy T
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The Second Stage of Recovery Is Early Abstinence
By Buddy T
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The 4 Stages of Alcohol and Drug Rehab Recovery
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Using Drugs Like Antabuse and Campral to Stop Drinking
By Buddy T
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The First Stage of Recovery Is Treatment Initiation
By Buddy T
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Developing a Drug-Free Lifestyle to Maintain Abstinence
By Buddy T
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Using Exercise to Aid Alcohol and Drug Recovery
By Buddy T
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Smoking Is More Harmful for Recovering Alcoholics
By Buddy T
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10 Ways to Overcome an Addictive Personality
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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Tips for Coping With Withdrawal Nausea and Vomiting
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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How to Ease Withdrawal Insomnia During Recovery
Medically reviewed by Armeen Poor, MD
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Coping With Drug Withdrawal Diarrhea and Stomach Pain
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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Tips for Fever Management During Withdrawal
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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What to Know About Treating Addiction With Vivitrol
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Withdrawal From Drug Addiction
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Help for Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Is Drinking in Moderation Possible for Alcoholics?
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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3 Medications for Alcoholism Treatment
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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How to Cope With Withdrawal Cravings
Medically reviewed by John C. Umhau, MD, MPH, CPE
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Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome After Detoxing
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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Dealing With Emotional Pain: How Can I Stop Hurting?
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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Preventing Alcohol Abuse Disorders
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