Addiction and Substance Abuse

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Ex-Smokers Reveal What Helped Them Actually Quit Smoking For Good

Between the temptations, stress, and withdrawal, it's hard to kick the habit. See what former smokers say helped them quit...


Drinking Just This Much Alcohol Can Seriously Mess with Your Hormones

Feeling like your hormones are out of wack? Time to check your alcohol intake.


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This Is Why Your Face Turns Red When You Drink Alcohol

If your face turns as red as the wine in your glass, it may be due to your genetics


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8 Ways Your Genes Influence Your Drinking Habits

Should your family history influence how you drink? Or, how much you drink? Possibly. Scientific evidence links certain aspects of...


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8 Alcoholics Reveal Eye-Opening Lessons on Overcoming Addiction

One in 12 Americans will struggle with alcoholism at some point in their life. Here recovering alcoholics share their best...


5 Quickest Ways to Sober Up After Drinking

If you're looking for the quickest way to sober up, you'll want to try these top tips that are proven...


9 Ways to Quit Smoking Without Gaining Weight

The benefits of quitting smoking outweigh any potential health problems from a few extra pounds.


20 Secrets Addiction Counselors Desperately Want You to Know

Whether you or a loved one is facing alcohol, drug, or painkiller addiction, here's real advice on how to get...

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How Drunk Am I? 9 Weird Reasons You Can Get Tipsy Too Quickly

Studies show that these seemingly random factors can affect how alcohol takes its toll on your body and brain.