Addiction
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Transfer of Addictive Behaviors
The transfer of addictive behaviors often flies under the radar, but its effects on newly sober people can be devastating.
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Addiction and Addictive Personality Syndromes
New research reveals that there are common underlying characteristics of many different manifestations of addiction. True recovery is the continued acceptance of addiction and the continuous monitoring of the addictive personality in whatever form it may take.
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Gender Differences in Addiction and Recovery
Gender differences are present for all of the facets of drug abuse, which includes initiation, then the escalation of use and the progression to addiction. Gender differences in addiction and recovery can present many obstacles for those seeking help. Fortunately, gender-specific help is available.
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Substance Abuse and Dependence
Substance abuse is a complex condition that gradually takes over an addict’s life. Read more about substance abuse.
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Domestic Violence: Heterosexual men who abuse their partners
We focus on heterosexual men who abuse their domestic partners and on women who are abused by men. This population often seeking substance abuse treatment. Domestic partner violence is a serious medical and social issues. Domestic violence leads to a variety of conditions including substance abuse.
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