On average, a person aged 18 years drinks approximately 6 liters of alcohol per year in the United States. Interestingly, alcohol consumption is allowed to adults—excessive drinking of alcohol results in addiction and substance abuse. When you are addicted, you may have a mental illness. However, there are treatment and correction centers that can help […]
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Opioid addiction is a complex issue that involves both physical and emotional symptoms. According to the American Psychiatric Association, addiction is a brain disease that causes people to engage in compulsive behavior despite negative consequences. When addiction is present in an individual’s life, they may not act or feel like themselves. How Does Addiction Impact
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Florida’s lawmakers passed the Hal S. Marchman Alcohol and Other Drug Services Act in 1993. It is known as the Marchman Act. The law presents both voluntary and involuntary treatment options for addicts, alcoholics and their families. What is most important is how the Marchman Act of 1993 has affected the options for loved ones
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If you live in Florida and have a loved one who is struggling with the disease of addiction or a serious mental health issue, you may not know what to do. Knowing about the Baker Act and the Marchman Act for drug treatment can help you get your loved one the assistance they need. Addiction
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