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The incredible rates of substance abuse are an ongoing and growing problem around the world. Learn about the different types of drugs, their effects, and more.

  • 10/20/2021

    The Dangers of Toxic Positivity

    Learn about the dangers of toxic positivity, its effects on recovery, and healthy ways to be positive by calling Hawaii Island Recovery at (866) 390-5070.

  • 04/19/2021

    What is Ambien | Side Effects | Addiction | Treatment

    Ambien is a powerful, brand-name prescription medication used to treat severe sleep problems, particularly insomnia. Read more about side effects, addiction to Ambien, and treatment.

  • 02/18/2021

    Substance Use Disorder | Causes| Signs and Symptoms | Treatment

    Substance use disorder is a progressive condition that affects millions of people across the United States. Learn more about Substance Use Disorder, Causes, Signs and Symptoms, Treatment, and more.

  • 01/18/2021

    What Does PTSD Feel Like After Narcissistic Abuse?

    First of all, those who develop PTSD after narcissistic abuse will experience painful memories about that person and how they treated them.

  • 10/04/2019

    Heroin: Everything you need to know

    Heroin is one of the most dangerous and harmful drugs available. It causes an alarming amount of deaths due to overdose each year yet use continues rising. What exactly is heroin and why is it that people use it? Learn more about the drug, its effects, and how to find treatment for addiction.

  • 09/30/2019

    Cocaine: everything you need to know

    Cocaine is a drug notorious for its place in the clubbing and nightlife scenes of major cities throughout the world. What exactly is cocaine, how is it made, where does it come from, and what does it do? Learn more about the impact of cocaine on the body, on society, and more.

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