The Basics of Understanding Addiction
By: Brittany Nicoline, LPC, CAADC
“Why can’t you just stop?”
“What is more important, me or the drugs?”
“If you drink/use/gamble again, I’m leaving you!”
If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction,
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