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Katherine Elder, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Sep 22, 20234 min read
Co-Parenting When Your Ex Suffers from Addiction
In any situation, co-parenting can be difficult. But it can be particularly challenging when your ex suffers from an addiction. In...
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DPS Staff
Jul 28, 20234 min read
How to Support an LGBT Loved One with Addiction
Having an addiction can be difficult and isolating for anyone, but for LGBTQ individuals it can be even more difficult. In addition to...
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DPS Staff
May 26, 20236 min read
LGBTQ Pride Month: A Spotlight on Substance Abuse
During June, we celebrate Pride Month. Pride Month not only celebrates self-love but also raises awareness of key issues related to the...
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DPS Staff
Mar 10, 20233 min read
What Are Nitazenes?
Synthetic opioids such as fentanyl and their analogs have been a leading cause of opioid overdoses in the United States since 2016....
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DPS Staff
Sep 16, 20226 min read
Opioids in the Workplace
Individuals who sustain injuries at work may be more likely to develop opioid use disorder, which affects both their work and home lives....
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DPS Staff
Jun 3, 20223 min read
The Difference Between an Addiction and a Compulsion
Addiction and compulsion are not synonymous, despite people's tendency to use the terms interchangeably. ‌There is a significant...
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DPS Staff
May 13, 20224 min read
8 Facts and Myths About Opioid Pain Medication and Addiction
Opioids were involved in 47,600 overdose deaths in 2017 and 46,802 deaths in 2018. In 2020, overdose deaths increased significantly to...
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