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The answer is clearly "yes." Marijuana use, like other drugs, poses multiple risks for teens. One of those risks is addiction. Addiction involves both psychological and physical components. This may …
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All sorts of people can become addicted to drugs from all walks of life – young and old, rich and poor, males and females. What you are pointing out is that there are several environmental risk factors…
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No, it's a common misconception that only people who use “hard-core” drugs – also known as “street drugs” – need treatment. Any substance, when used to excess, can become addictive or cause a person to…
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This is in actuality a fallacy. Drug addicts will not stay sober by staying busy with hobbies. Boredom for addicts is often a manifestation of depression. So it is important that your brother see a psychiatrist…
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