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Stress Tends to Play a Part in Cocaine Relapse
November 6, 2009 – 10:28 am

Is it possible that stress can lead to cocaine abuse or is it the other way around? According to the results in recent mouse studies, the stress-evoked changes in circuits that regulate serotonin in certain …

Former Drug Addict Finds Solace in Triathlons
June 5, 2009 – 12:41 pm

Eddie Freas, 33, has found a different way to fight his 20-year addiction to alcohol, marijuana, and cocaine—he started training for and entering triathlons. “I feel better when I’m working out,” Freas told CNN’s Madison …

Tips for Relapse Prevention
May 6, 2009 – 5:21 pm

If you are a recovering alcoholic or substance abuser, you know that relapse is a not-uncommon occurrence. While it’s important to recognize this fact, there are things you can do proactively to prevent falling into …