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Prescription Medications: Misuse, Abuse, Dependence, and Addiction

Substance Abuse Treatment Advisory, May 2006, Vol. 5, Issue 2

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Answers questions about the seriousness and types of prescription drug use problems, how people become dependent on prescription drugs, and how abuse or dependence can be treated effectively. Lists necessary treatment resources for professionals.

Pub id: SMA12-4175
Publication Date: 5/2006
Popularity: 164
Format: Advisory
Audience: Professional Care Providers, Prevention Professionals, Public Health Professionals
Series: SAMHSA Advisory
Population Group: People with Substance Use or Abuse Problems as Population Group

Tags: Referral to Treatment Practice Guidelines Primary Care Prescription Drugs

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