Problems with Teen Alcohol Abuse and Alcohol Addiction in Oregon

July 12, 2008

An alarming trend in the problem of alcohol abuse and alcohol addiction in Oregon is that a large number of young people are involved in these. Read more

Social Life Contributes to Addictions

March 12, 2008

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Many studies have shown that there are strong relationships between an individual’s social environment and whether they end up suffering from alcoholism or some type of drug addiction at some point in their lives. While many factors contribute to alcohol and drug abuse, social relationships exist as one of the important ones to look at. Bonds between friends, parents and children, spouses, and other family members can lead to an addiction in a person who was already susceptible due to other risk factors.

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What Are Twelve Step Programs?

March 11, 2008

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Twelve-step programs are one of the most common forms of addiction treatment for alcoholism and drug abuse. Alcoholics Anonymous is probably the most widely recognized name in addiction treatment, but there are many other groups and treatment facilities that use this philosophy, as well. Many rehab facilities employ the twelve steps to help their patients. Read more