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How to Help a Heroin and Meth Addict?

Question by peanutlover: How to help a heroin and meth addict?
I have a family member who has done heroin for 6 years and recently started doing meth. She will just go missing, we will search for her, find her, bring her into detox or bring her to her moms… Continue reading

Our Mom Can’t Function Without Illegal Drugs.?

Question by marcusbowerman: Our mom can’t function without illegal drugs.?
Our mom can’t function without illegal drugs. This addiction is really beginning to erode our relationship. I am conflicted between wanting to help and fearing the consequences.

How do I go about helping in this personal problem? I… Continue reading

Shocking Photos: The Faces of Drugs + How to Get Help

Shocking photos: The faces of drugs + how to get help
The use of drugs like cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine can easily lead to addiction. If you, a friend, or a family member has a problem with drug use, please get help by calling Rehabs.com toll free helpline at 888-716-9806.… Continue reading

How Would You Talk to Someone About Addiction?

Question by Pork Chops: How would you talk to someone about addiction?
So I have a really close friend that is addicted to pain pills. I kind of suspected this a long time ago and then he finally told me that he had this problem. This issue especially hit home… Continue reading

County Health Rankings Report: Southern WV Unhealthiest in State

County Health Rankings report: Southern WV unhealthiest in state
"[And] when you look at substance abuse, we have a screening and intervention program now in place in our local hospitals…" He said there are many groups out there in McDowell County working for the greater good, so eventually, there can… Continue reading

Family Shares Daughter's Story of Fatal Drug Addiction

Family shares daughter's story of fatal drug addiction
Her daughter was known for her beauty, and would spend hours on her hair, makeup and clothing, taking joy in helping others pick out fashionable outfits, Turner said. Fighting inner demons. Underneath her beauty and charm lay an illness, family members …
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