ABOUT ADDICTION
Addiction to alcohol or drugs is a disease. It is not something to be ashamed of.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF ADDICTION
Alcohol and drug use is a serious problem that affects not just the user, but their entire community: family, friends, & colleagues.
THE SCIENCE OF ADDICTION
Addiction to alcohol or drugs is a disease. It is not something to be ashamed of. Understanding the medical science behind the disease helps many people understand addiction.
FAQS FOR FAMILIES & FRIENDS
When people hear a loved one is in recovery, they often don’t know how to react. They don’t want to say or do the wrong thing, so sometimes they withdraw their support.
SUBSTANCE USE & PREGNANCY
Substance use, whether alcohol or drugs, can have lasting and dire effects on the fetus’ health both within the uterus and post-birth.
INTERVENTION SERVICES
Intervention often helps the person struggling with addiction see how the drug or alcohol use is affecting their lives and the lives of those around them.
PREVENTION & EDUCATION
Substance use can be very difficult to spot, even for friends and families who are with the person in trouble on a regular basis.