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Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders

Alcoholism (alcohol dependence), and substance use disorder (drug dependence) are diseases. Learn about the signs, symptoms, and treatments...

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Cross-Dependency

Cross-dependency happens when the old addiction is replaced with a new one...

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Opioids: Know the Risks

The U.S. is in the midst of an opioid epidemic. Find out what opioids are, why they are dangerous, and how to manage your pain without them...

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The Addicted Teenager

If your teenager is addicted to drugs or alcohol, find out how to get treatment for your child and help for yourself...

The Dry Drunk

It takes hard work and commitment to stay sober. One danger to a nondrinking alcoholic is the dry drunk...

Opioids: Know the Risks

The U.S. is in the midst of an opioid epidemic. Find out what opioids are, why they are dangerous, and how to manage your pain without them...

Alcohol and Substance Use Disorder

What is Alcohol and Drug Dependence?

Learn how to recognize alcohol and drug dependency.

How Does Alcohol Affect Your Oral Health?

Find out more about the effects of drinking alcohol and how you can maintain good oral health and hygiene.

Treatment for Substance Use Disorders

Getting treatment for substance use disorder is difficult. The first step...

Cross-Dependency

Cross-dependency happens when the old addiction is replaced with a new one...

Drinking, Drugs, and Men

Drug or alcohol use can cause problems for anyone, but men are at greater risk for certain health hazards...

Drinking, Drugs, and Women

Alcohol and substance use can seriously impact women's lives because of special risk factors that make them more vulnerable...

Health Information for Gay and Bisexual Men

Gay and bisexual men can have unique topics to discuss with their health care providers because they may be at greater risk for certain health conditions. See the below topics that are important to consider for your health care and well-being.

Health Information for Lesbian and Bisexual Women

Lesbian and bisexual women can have unique topics to discuss with their health care providers because they may be at greater risk for certain conditions. See the below topics that are important to consider for your health care and well-being.

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