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What to Expect From Virtual Addiction Treatment

Gateway Foundation

Addiction treatment plays a critical role for those with substance use disorders, but only a small percentage of individuals who need treatment receive it. Common barriers to in-person treatment include a lack of nearby providers or facilities and the inability to leave home due to family or job-related duties.

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Can You Leave Rehab Before Your Program is Done?

Gateway Foundation

Just as it’s your choice to enter addiction treatment, you also have the decision to leave early. People progress through treatment at varying rates, but research has shown the longer you stay in treatment, the better outcomes for your long-term health and recovery. Can You Voluntarily Leave Rehab?

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Crime prevention starts with protecting children

Stop Abuse Campaign

Drug dealing typically starts as a way for users like Larry to make enough money to feed their addiction. His children grew up with a father addicted to drugs and alcohol; I understand their choice to estrange from him. Self-reported addiction, drug dependence, and lifetime usage of illegal drugs. Tobacco use as an adult.

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Crime prevention starts with protecting children

Stop Abuse Campaign

Drug dealing typically starts as a way for users like Larry to make enough money to feed their addiction. His children grew up with a father addicted to drugs and alcohol; I understand their choice to estrange from him. It’s clear that drug addicts commit a lot of crimes, especially when their addiction is active.