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… Overview People who have substance use disorder keep using alcohol or other … renewed. You don't take medicine as your doctor directs, such as not taking enough …
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… Learning Center Learn about substance use disorders Using drugs or alcohol in a way … like your family or friends, is called substance use disorder. It can range from mild …
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… Urge your teen to be open too. Try not to use harsh, judging words. In most cases, an … or a psychiatrist. Finding signs of substance use at an early age is important. That's because early substance use may: Increase the risk …
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… Series Eighty per cent of caregiving for older adults is provided by families, usually by a … HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #93a Preventing Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults
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… happiness, safety and financial security. Older adults can experience different kinds of harm … The most obvious signs of physical abuse are falls, bruises, broken bones, burns, head …
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… a person's health, happiness and safety. Older adults can experience different kinds of harm … HealthLinkBC Files: HealthLinkBC File #93a Preventing Abuse and Neglect in Older Adults
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… Harm reduction is a public health approach to substance use (including alcohol, cannabis, and other … Outreach and support programs Information and resources on safer ways to use substances, …
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… than the general population. Other mental health problem, such as severe anxiety , … or financial problems Physical disabilities Health Canada and the U.S. Food and Drug … Current as of: October 20, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: William H. …
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… Overview The term "substance use" refers to the use of drugs or alcohol, … or text 2-1-1 (toll free) B.C. programs and supports B.C. Smoking Cessation Program Helps …
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… Overview The program you choose for your teen needs to view substance use as a primary … need to help the teen develop a plan for dealing with cravings, high-risk situations, … need to help the teen develop a plan for dealing with cravings, high-risk situations, …