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An addiction is a psychological or physiological over dependence of an organism on a drug or action. Mainly associated with the label for a form of substance-use disorder, it is used only for cases in which there has been long-term abuse leading to impaired social and/or occupational functioning. The specific drug or action involved is usually specified e.g. alcohol abuse, amphetamine abuse

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  ABPI - We represent research-based pharmaceutical companies of all sizes in the UK. The UK pharmaceutical industry is a world leader in the discovery and development of vital new medicines which result in better health for patients here and in other countries, as well as a major contributor to the UK economy. 3/5
Addictions: Alcohol, Drug Abuse, Sex - Pat McClendon's Clinical Social Work - Links to articles and resources about addictions: alcohol, drug abuse, sex, etc. 3/5
Addiction Treatment Forum - Newsletter on drug addiction recovery. Current information on Methadone. 3/5
  AllTreatment.com - The most comprehensive directory of drug rehab centers in the United States, AllTreatment is a resource for both addicts and researchers alike. We provide articles on drug facts and treatment options, interviews with treatment professionals and addicts, and a regularly-updated blog following current drug-related news..If you are looking for immediate help with a drug treatment decision, call our no-cost hotline to speak to a drug treatment advisor right now (This service is for the USA Only). 3/5
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American Society of Addiction Medicine - The nation's medical specialty society dedicated to educating physicians and improving the treatment of individuals suffering from alcoholism or other addictions 4/5
  Beating Addictions (UK) - We understand the burdens caused by addiction. We also recognise the challenges faced by the families and friends of the addicted. Our authors focus on providing you and your loved ones with concise, informative articles based on the most up-to-date research. 3/5
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CEDRO Centre for Drug Research - CEDRO combines epidemiological and longitudinal research on illicit drugs, addiction theory, and drug policy developments in Europe. Articles in English, Dutch, French, German, Italian and Russian.  3/5
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Center for On-Line Addiction (COLA) - Provides internet addiction training workshops and corporate seminar series for counselors and employers. 4/5
Chocolate Addiction  - Chocolate addiction": a preliminary study of its description and its relationship to problem eating by Hetherington MM, MacDiarmid JI Department of Psychology  3/5
Drugnet - Drug and alcohol treatment and prevention global network 4/5
Erowid - Information About Psychoactive Plants and Chemicals. 3/5
  HaveiGotAproblem.com - Is a free online resource to help you understand issues or concerns you may have about mental health or addiction issues. 3/4
Hazelden Foundation - Is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people recover from alcoholism and other drug addiction. We provide residential and outpatient treatment for adults and young people, programs for families affected by chemical dependency, and training for a variety of professionals. Hazelden is also known as the world's premier publisher of information on this subject and related areas. 4 /5   Student
How Can I Tell If I'm Getting Addicted to Sex? - From ChristianAnswers.net, a book review, and a series of four questions aimed at helping discover sexual addiction and how far it's progressed. 2/5
Institute for Social Drug Research (ISD) - The ISD is part of the Department of Criminal Law and Criminology of the Faculty of Law, University of Ghent. 3/5
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Internet Addiction - A comprehensive look at the facts and opinions behind so-called "Internet addiction disorder" (compulsive over-use of the Internet). Information provided by PsychCom with may resource links. Cybersex. 4/5
  Internet Addiction - How Clinical Psychology is Improving our Understanding of Internet Addiction a resource for students and educators interested in an emerging trend in clinical psychology. Not Rated
Jewish Alcoholics - Chemically Dependent Persons, and Significant Others 2/5
  Lake View Health Systems - Teen Drug Evolution: A Parents Resource Guide. An Article with good links. Not Rated
Majot Index to Addiction References -  A good listing of resources 3/5 Student
Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies. 3/5
NAMA Home Page - The National Alliance Of Methadone Advocates. "Together We Can Make A Difference". National Alliance of Methadone Advocates is composed of methadone maintenance patients and supporters.  3/5
Narcotics Anonymous - A self help organization offering sound advice and support 3/5
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National Clearing House for Alcohol and Drug Information 5/5
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National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence 4/5 Student
NIDA-Diagnosis and Treatment of Drug Abuse in Family Practice- Treatment   2/5
NIDA News Release - Scientists Identify Brain Chemicals Involved in "Switching On" Cocaine Addiction.3/5
NIDA Research Report - Heroin Abuse and Addiction 3/5
  PhysicianjobsCanada.com is a Canadian site for internationally trained physicians wanting to get employment in the Canadian healthcare systems. From recruiting to consulting the Physician jobs Canada can help you land your physician dream job.
Postmodernism and Psychotherapy - Theraputic Issues with Internet Addiction.  3/5
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration   3/5
Tavad - A Spanish site with Engish version dealing with treatment prevention and research of drug abuse. 3/5
Teen Drug Abuse - Providing information for parents to help troubled teens by prevention, intervention and a support network, who has been struggling with drug abuse and or alcohol abuse. 3/5
Vicodin Addiction - Comes on the body extremely fast and vicodin addiction is fatal. Vicodin addiction is said by the PDR to start within the first several days of vicodin abuse. Vicodin addiction causes many deaths each year worldwide. Don't let vicodin addiction claim your life or someone you love's life. Spencer Recovery Centers are here to help with your vicodin addiction. 3/5
Virtual-Addiction - Welcome to the Virtual-Addiction web site, providing information and resources on Internet and computer addiction. 4/5
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Vrong Planet - Internet Addiction - Vrong Planet - Internet Addiction Vrong Planet - Internet Addiction WHAT IS ADDICTION? In (Freeman, 92) is an article about addictive behaviours. Addiction is defined by Bratter & Forest as: 'A behavior pattern of compulsive drug use characterised by overwhelming involvement 3/5 Student
 
Google Scholarly Articles on Addiction - Click Here
Wikipeadia Adiction - Click Here
Recommended Books    
Drig Addiction Primer
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A Primer of Drug Addiction: "Primer Drug Action" (Primer of Drug Action) (Paperback) by Robert M. Julien (Author) est.

Treating Drinkers and Drug Users in the Community (Paperback) by T.A.N. Waller (Author), D. Rumball (Author)

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