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Welcome to our blog page. This arena is built for the people seeking answers and information on living a life free of addiction, and the turmoil it creates in all those affected by this disease. Drug abuse and addiction services are available throughout the Vancouver area. Join us in our informative and educational posts on addiction and recovery.
Gratitude for Pacific Interventions' Life-Changing Addiction After-Care Program I am writing this with immense gratitude and a heart full of appreciation for Pacific Interventions' addiction after-care program. This program has been nothing short of a...
Exploring the Benefits of Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) Over Inpatient Programs In the field of addiction and mental health treatment, intensive outpatient programs (IOP) have gained popularity due to their flexibility and numerous benefits. Here...
Substance Abuse Interventions Help Renew Families Substance abuse, including drug and alcohol addiction, is a pervasive issue that affects individuals and their communities worldwide. In Canada, as in many other countries, the devastating consequences of...
Screening and Monitoring Pro's and Con's Urinalysis drug testing is a widely used method for screening individuals for drug use in Canada. This practice serves various purposes, from ensuring workplace safety to monitoring individuals on...
How Alcohol Affects the Brain and Body "Alcohol affects the brain and body" is a statement we've all heard at some point in our lives, but what does it really mean? Beyond the buzz and...
The Missing Link: The Human Connection in Online Addiction Treatment Addiction and Connection Addiction is a complex and pervasive problem that affects millions of people worldwide. Traditional in-person addiction treatment has long been the standard...
Outpatient Addiction Treatment: A Path to Recovery In today's fast-paced world, many individuals struggle with addiction while juggling demanding work schedules and personal commitments. The idea of seeking addiction treatment can seem daunting, as it...
Harm Reduction or Abstinence Based Recovery? For many years, abstinence-based approaches have been the mainstay of addiction recovery. However, in recent years, there has been growing interest in harm reduction as an alternative approach. The...
Portugal's Leading Approach to Addiction Treatment Portugal's approach to addiction treatment has been hailed as a ground-breaking model for other countries to follow. Since 2001, the country has taken a unique approach to drug use,...
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