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Tobacco Use & Your Health

Tobacco is one of the most addictive substances in the world. Its use can be traced as far back as 1400 BC, and it originally

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Addiction & Denial

One of the main obstacles when it comes to facing an addiction is admitting there is, in fact, a problem. Anyone familiar with treatment and

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The Geographic Cure: Why It Doesn’t Work

Addiction is a disease that touches everyone who comes in contact with it; it usurps relationships and family members, and manifests in criminality, isolation, and

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The Psychology of a Relapse

In the wake of long-term drug use, relapse is a looming and probable obstacle; if you or someone you know has experienced getting sober, you

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TGH Scholarship Essay Competition

At The Granite House, we believe that education is a valuable asset when pursuing a career or passion in life. With tuition costs increasing each

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Signs of a Functioning Alcoholic

Alcoholism is a disease that presents in many different ways. Traditionally, people tend to think of the noticeable difficulties it often presents—lack of focus, immobility,

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What is Sober Living?

When a person takes the steps to go into treatment for substance abuse, it is normally a multiple-step process. It often begins with a medical

Resources for Parents

Drug and alcohol addiction are more common with adolescents than most of us would like to believe. Many parents also find that they’re unprepared when

Resources for First Responders

First responders – including police, firefighters, 911 operators, coroners, and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) – are often regarded as society’s heroes. When an accident, a

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